There are several teaching assistant positions available for classes offered during the summer. Please see the position descriptions below. If you are a current LLM student and are interested in one of these opportunities please send Jesus Ballivian your resume at jesus.ballivian@nyu.edu. The Graduate Lawyering faculty will review applications.
A. Introduction to US Law
The Graduate Lawyering Program in conjunction with the Office of Graduate Affairs is seeking several students to serve as Teaching Assistants for the Introduction to US Law class for international LLM students held August 11-22, 2014. This is a paid position.
Teaching Assistants (TA’s) attend class (9:00 am -12:00 pm and 1:00 – 2:00 pm) and answer questions during the lunch break and after class. TA’s will also meet with Graduate Lawyering Faculty on a regular basis during the two weeks of Introduction to US Law.
Duties of TA’s include assisting faculty with course preparation, responding to students who seek assistance with course material, advising students on course selection, how to make the most of the LLM year, and general matters relating to life in NYC. TA’s will also assist the Office of Graduate Affairs with various tasks related to events taking place during the two weeks of Intro.
TA’s must attend a mandatory all-day introductory meeting on Friday, August 8, 2014, and a debriefing meeting post-Introduction to US Law. TA’s will also have the opportunity to assist with the LLM Orientation (Aug. 10, 25, and 26) for additional compensation.
Your expertise will be invaluable to new students during the sometimes overwhelming experience of acclimating to the Law School. We hope you will apply!
B. Legal English Intensive Workshop
The Graduate Legal Skills Program in conjunction with the Office of Graduate Affairs is seeking one student to serve as a Teaching Assistant for the Legal English Intensive Workshop for international LL.M. students held July 28– August 8, 2014.
The Teaching Assistant will attend class (9:30 am – 1:00 pm) and answer questions during the morning break from 11:00 – 11:30 and from 1:00 – 1:30. Duties include participating in student group discussions during class, coordinating student communication and meetings, responding to students with questions concerning course materials.
The Teaching Assistant should have excellent English speaking, reading and writing skills, as well as a strong background in Legal English terminology and knowledge of the US legal system.