Debra Said:

How is the Research and Teaching Assistant chosen in the american universities ?

We Answered:

Here in the US, research and teaching assistants are all graduate students (masters and PhD degree candidates) who have applied to be RA or TAs. In exchange for their work as RAs or TAs, they receive free tuition for their studies.

Jackie Said:

How many hours a teaching assistant has to teach independently in classes?

We Answered:

Depends on how comfortable you are with making mistakes and not letting it show to the students. Teaching independently amounts to many many hours beyond the class period (this past week I spend six hours preparing lectures and reading material to be discussed in class, and twelve hours grading exams and essays). I have taught classes I wasn't thoroughly up in expertise-wise, and generally it gets easier if you prepare early and read outside of general books on the subject.

Tina Said:

How do I write a cover letter for a teaching assistant position?

We Answered:

The format for a cover letter is standard. Your letter should conform to acceptable business practice. The first paragraph of the letter should establish: Why you are writing. What position you are applying for. And how you found out about the position.

The second paragraph provides you the opportunity to match your unique skills and abilities with those required for the position. You need to direct the employer to your resume and then state those assets that do not appear on your resume but that qualify you for the position.

The third paragraph is your closing paragraph. It states your appreciation for the employer’s time and consideration, and when you will contact him or her to set up an appointment.

An acceptable closing is Yours truly, or Very truly yours or Sincerely

Here is an example of a good cover letter.

498 Blackstone Drive
Malvern, New York 13341

February 15, 2007

Mr. Jack Sample
Managing Director
All City Clubs, Inc.
213 West 33 Street, Suite 403
New York, NY 11093

Dear Mr. Sample:

Enclosed is my resume in application for the Counselor Training Program that was advertised in the New York Times on Saturday, February 15, 2007.

I am a recent high school graduate with strong communication skills and a firm commitment to working with young people. As an Eagle Scout and honor student, I have always been active in community organizations. My time as a volunteer in the YMCA tutoring program was well spent, and the personal rewards gained from working with young people influenced and shaped my career goals. I feel confident that I would make an excellent candidate for your counselor-training program.

I want to thank you for your time and consideration. I will call on Wednesday, February 21, to discuss a convenient time to meet. I look forward to speaking with you.

Yours truly,


David Bartlett


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I hope the foregoing helps you. If you need more help go to the links below and type "How to write a resume."

http://www.google.com

http://www.yahoo.com

http://www.monster.com/geo/siteselection…

Peace and every blessing!