Graduate Assistant - Grader

Graduate Assistant Position - Grading Assistant (1) 

Position Overview 

The School of Business & Enterprise seeks a qualified MBA student to serve as a Graduate Assistant with primary responsibility for grading student assignments. This position provides valuable experience in academic assessment while supporting faculty in maintaining high-quality educational standards. 

This position offers excellent professional development opportunities for MBA students interested in education, assessment, and academic administration. 

Required Qualifications 

• Currently enrolled MBA student in good academic standing 

• Strong analytical and written communication skills 

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite  

• Previous experience in business or academic environments preferred 

Primary Responsibilities 

Grading and Assessment (80% of role) 

• Grade student assignments, examinations, and projects according to instructor-provided rubrics 

• Provide constructive feedback on student work that supports learning objectives 

• Maintain detailed grading records and ensure accuracy in all assessments 

• Calculate and record grades in appropriate systems within specified timeframes 

Administrative Support (20% of role) 

• Attend brief meetings with supervising faculty to discuss grading expectations and student progress 

• Assist with organizing and distributing graded materials to students 

• Support faculty with other academic tasks as assigned and time permits 

Performance Expectations 

• Timeliness: All assignments must be graded and returned within deadlines established by supervising faculty 

• Consistency: Apply grading rubrics uniformly across all student submissions 

• Quality: Provide meaningful feedback that helps students understand their performance 

• Reliability: Maintain consistent availability and communication with supervising faculty 

• Confidentiality: Handle all student information and academic records with appropriate discretion 

Required Qualifications 

• Currently enrolled in MBA program 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail 

• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and metrics 

• Self-motivated with excellent time management and organizational skills 

• Collaborative approach with ability to work effectively in team environments 

Time Commitment 

• 10 hours per week 

• Flexible scheduling with peak workload periods aligned with assignment due dates 

• Availability required during final exam periods