LFS TAs, we’re nearing the end of the term already! We hope you’ve all had a great semester.

FYI, the TA Coordinator team has turned over– thank you to Jordy and Alysha for all their work over the past few years!
Your new TA Coordinators, Lexis (she/her; lexisly@mail.ubc.ca) and Steven (he/him; sbristow@student.ubc.ca) are excited to take over.

We want to hear how your term went! Your feedback helps shape the workshops and resources we offer. Fill out this quick survey: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aibv6Aea4pcMe46

Speaking of workshops, we also want to let you know about our NEW Advanced TA Skills Certificate Program. Earn a certificate for furthering your skills in TAship and pedagogy!

In order to receive the certificate, you must:

1. Be a part of the LFS Faculty

2. Attend 5 independent advanced TA skills training opportunities. Note that 3/5 workshops must be hosted by the LFS TA Training program. The 5 workshops must consist of the following content:

• 3 workshops related to content in teaching fundamentals.
• 1 workshop related to content in equity, diversity and inclusivity (EDI).
• 1 workshop related to teaching pedagogy.

More information about the certificate program can be found here in the LFS TA Info Portal under ‘Resources – TA Handbook, Forms, Training, and Helpful Sites – Training’.

Any questions? Feel free to email us!

Lexis (lexisly@mail.ubc.ca) and Steven (sbristow@student.ubc.ca)

 

Reminder: LFS TA DAY!

Come celebrate the end of the term with your fellow TAs. Happening online and in-person (FNH 300) on Wednesday, Nov 22, from 11-12. 

• Learn about the new *Advance TA Skills Certificate* program, where you can earn a certificate for professional development in teaching!
• Meet other TAs and let us know how your term went!
• Enjoy some snacks (in-person)!

RSVP by Nov 20: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0x4X4NP09a7FeVE

See you there!

Lexis (lexisly@mail.ubc.ca) and Steven (sbristow@student.ubc.ca)

LFS TA Coordinators

TA POSITION FOR APBI 415 W2 JAN-APR 2024 NEEDED

APBI 415 January to April 2024

Email contact information –janestojkov@yahoo.com

Course overview:

This course will introduce students to animal behavior, application of principles and research methods of animal behavior, practical problems in the care of farm, companion, wild, and research animals; and in animal training and human-wildlife conflict.

Work Performed:

Use detailed marking guides to mark class assignments, projects and final presentations. Submit the verified marks to the instructor. Be available for occasional office hours at particular times prior to assignments/projects being due and be able to correspond by email when needed. Meet with students after assignments have been returned to refer unresolved queries about grading to the instructor. Assist with posting lectures and assignments to canvas and other communications. Attend some of the lectures to assist instructor with activities during the lecture.

Minimum qualifications and skills

Education and knowledge requirements: Preference may be given to graduate students in Applied Animal Biology and/or candidates with good understanding of animal behavior and/or research methodology. Certificates in any continued education in counselling methods/skills will be considered as an asset.

Skills: Ability to correspond effectively with the instructor and to ask questions when uncertain about grading responsibilities. Very good organizational skills. Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail (marking assignments, entering data into spreadsheets). Ability to communicate effectively with the students with their questions. Ability to navigate Canvas and Zoom very well to assist with tasks associated.

Few more details about the course:

Course code – APBI 415 001
Delivery – In person, Location: Neville Scarfe building, Room#200
January 2024 to April 2024
Weekly Schedule – Tuesdays & Tuesdays, 11am-12:30pm

If interested please apply through the LFS TA Application, email me above and provide a recent CV.

Thanks,
Jane (Yanne) Stojkov, DVM, PhD (He/Him)
Adjunct Professor
Faculty of Land and Food SystemsUniversity of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC Canada

Hello LFS TAs!

Come celebrate the end of the term with your fellow TAs at LFS TA DAY! Happening online and in-person (FNH 300) on Wednesday, Nov 22, from 11-12. 

• Learn about the new Advance TA Skills Certificate program, where you can earn a certificate for professional development in teaching!
• Meet other TAs and let us know how your term went!
• Enjoy some snacks (in-person)!

RSVP by Nov 20: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0x4X4NP09a7FeVE

See you there!

Lexis (lexisly@mail.ubc.ca) and Steven (sbristow@student.ubc.ca)

LFS TA Coordinators