About the role#
American University is hiring a Teaching Assistant for the Fall 2026 course Individual Freedom v. Authority (GOVT 105). This is a part-time position requiring three hours of work per week. The role is paid at a rate of $18.40 per hour.
What you'll do#
- Lead a weekly one-hour discussion section for students.
- Support students in your assigned section through office hours or availability.
- Meet regularly with the course professor to review class progress.
- Coordinate section topics throughout the semester.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student at American University.
- Completion of the Individual Freedom v. Authority (GOVT 105) course.
- A solid understanding of core issues in political philosophy.
- Majors in Political Science or Philosophy are preferred.
Location & details#
- The position is based on-site at the main campus in Washington, DC.
- This is a part-time role for the Fall 2026 term.



