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Center for the Advancement of Teaching Excellence

TA Resources

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Introduction

Have questions about being a Teaching Assistant (TA) at UIC? Get started by exploring this curated list of resources organized by topic.

Getting Started as a TA

Getting Started as a TA

Experienced graduate students have put together this guide to help you get started as a Teaching Assistant (TA).
A Guide to Working with your Faculty Supervisor

Suggested topics and specific questions to discuss with your supervisor to make sure you are on the same page to ensure a great semester.
New TA Orientation Resources

Overview videos to help you get started as a TA as well as recordings from past orientation sessions.
Letters of Accommodation (LOA) Guidance for TAs

There may be times when a student discloses to you that they have a disability or that they need accommodations to participate in class. This guide walks you through what to do when that happens.
Advice from Experienced TAs

Curated advice from experienced UIC TAs on things they wish they knew as a new TA.
Classroom Database

Contains pictures and descriptions of all centrally managed and many college managed classrooms across campus (netID login required).

TA Teaching Guides for TAs by TAs

Additional Teaching Guides and Professional Development Resources

Teaching with Technology

Information About Assistantships

Campus Resources