1. Graduate Teaching Assistant- English Department

TO APPLY:  

A complete online application will include the following attachments:
1. Statement of interest addressing your qualifications for teaching first-year writing as the instructor of record
2. 8-10 minute video recording introducing yourself and answering the following questions: How might your own writing experiences inform your teaching of writing? What might be your top three learning goals for students in your Foundations of Writing and Rhetoric course and why? How would you support linguistically and culturally diverse writers in your classroom? Share your vision for an inclusive and compassionate writing classroom.
3. Resume/Vita
4. Unofficial transcripts

The materials submitted along with the application for admission to the program will also be considered when determining Graduate Assistantship appointments. The assistantship packet can be e-mailed to abigail.bakke@mnsu.edu.
 

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: February 6, 2025

POSITION START DATE: August 10, 2025

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION: 

Graduate Teaching Assistants teach one (1) four-credit section of Foundations of Writing and Rhetoric (ENG 101) for mainstream or multilingual writers per semester during the academic year, supervised by the department First-Year Writing Director and/or Multilingual Writing Director. New Teaching Assistants must report for a one-week workshop on August 11, 2025. Classes begin on August 25, 2025. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• in English or related field.
• Admission to the College of Graduate Studies at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
• Strong English language speaking and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability in academic writing.
• Ability to work harmoniously with undergraduate students, faculty, and other Teaching Assistants.
• Enrollment in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship.
• Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
• Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Enrollment in a graduate degree program in English at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
• Strong interest in teaching composition to a variety of undergraduate student populations.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

2. Graduate Assistantship- Piano Accompanist- Performing Arts

TO APPLY:  

To be considered for this position, please send resume, cover letter (detailing how you meet the above qualifications), unofficial transcripts, and names, addresses, and phone numbers for three references to david.viscoli@mnsu.edu.

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: March 31, 2025

POSITION START DATE: August 24, 2025

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION: 

Serve as a piano accompanist for the Department of Music and Entertainment Industries. Depending on experience, this may include accompanying choral ensembles and accompanying for private instrumental and vocal lessons. Depending on experience, assist with conducting choral and/or instrumental ensembles. Other administrative and departmental duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A Bachelor's Degree
• Undergraduate degree in Music.
• Undergraduate GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.
• Admitted to a graduate program in Music at Minnesota State University, Mankato by start date.
• Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
• Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Evidence of experience as an accompanist.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

3. Graduate Teaching Assistantship- Communication and Media

TO APPLY:  

To be considered for this position, a complete application will include the following attachments: 
1) A cover letter addressing the position and your qualifications, specifically in response to the following prompts: 
         a) How might your academic background inform your teaching of communication? 
         b) What might be your top three learning goals for students in the Fundamentals of Communication course?
         c) How would teaching introductory communication courses assist you in accomplishing your professional goals?

2) A resume/vitae

3) A link to a recorded video teaching demonstration that accomplishes the following goals: 
         a) Identifies a concept related to communication and media; 
         b) Explains the importance of this concept to an undergraduate student’s understanding of communication and media;
         c) Demonstrates your ability to convey that concept clearly and succinctly; 
         d) Does not exceed 10 minutes.

The materials submitted along with your application for admission to the program will also be considered when determining graduate assistantship appointments.

Please email your assistantship application to justin.rudnick@mnsu.edu. 

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: March 31, 2025

POSITION START DATE: August 10, 2025

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION: 

The Department of Communication and Media is seeking on-campus / in-person Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) for the 2025-26 academic year. GTAs typically teach up to two sections of the basic communication course each semester and fulfill related instructional and departmental obligations (up to 20 hours per week). GTAs may also apply to serve as Graduate Forensic Assistants who may have reduced teaching assignments in order to support the University’s Speech and Debate team. New GTAs must report for a one-week training / workshop beginning August 11, 2024. Classes begin August 25, 2025. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A Bachelor's Degree
• Admission to a Communication and Media graduate program.
• Strong English language speaking and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability in academic writing.
• Ability to work harmoniously with a variety of people representing diverse perspectives.
• Enrollment in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during the assistantship period.
• Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
• Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Strong interest in teaching communication to a variety of undergraduate student populations.
• Prior coursework in communication and media.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.