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Application

For students who are interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant for the Mathematics Department, please review the TA handbook and complete an application.

 

Information for Current Teaching Assistants

Newly hired TAs should complete the following tasks immediately upon accepting an assignment as a Teaching Assistant in the Mathematics Department:

HR/Payroll – Contact the designated person on your appointment letter

  • Complete new hire or rehire paperwork, as directed
  • Enroll in Direct Deposit on http://www.my.columbia.edu
    • NOTE: It may take 5-7 business days after you provide all forms and documents for your appointment to be approved. A “PAC access denied” error means your appointment is still in processing. If you receive this message, please wait a few days and try again.

 Course management – Visit 410 Mathematics:

  • Check out homework box key
  • Check out copy of textbook (if available)
  • Sign up for help room hours

 Instructional responsibilities

  • Contact your assigned instructor for specific details and expectations (grading, etc.)
  • Ensure Courseworks access to the course is functional (if required)

 

New TA Checklist (PDF)

 

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