The Ohio State University

GTA positions are awarded by the department based on the student’s ability, teaching interest, and departmental needs. In addition to pursuing a graduate degree, a GTA is responsible for 20 hours per week of teaching duties, which could include conducting lab or recitation sessions, grading homework and quizzes, and otherwise assisting the professor with the class. GTA appointments are typically awarded by the department in Spring, for duties beginning the following Autumn.