Graduate Teaching Assistant for Physical Therapy 2026-2027 at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is hiring a Graduate Teaching Assistant for Physical Therapy for the 2026-2027 academic year. The assistant will support faculty by assisting with lab tasks, guiding students in lab procedures and safety, preparing lab operations, and providing professional laboratory teaching assistance under direct supervision.

Highlights

Assist faculty with lab-related tasks and student guidance on lab processes, protocols, and safety.
Organize and conduct open lab sessions and perform skill checks with students.
Provide peer mentorship and support in open lab formats, including technique demonstrations.
Submit biweekly reports to supervisors and attend scheduled meetings.
Required qualifications include admission to a graduate program, good academic standing, a relevant bachelor's degree, and full-time registration in courses.
Preferred skills include commitment to evidence-based teaching, organizational and time management skills, effective communication, and computer proficiency.
Position is within the College of Health Professions, Physical Therapy department, under the Division of Health Affairs.
Part-time employment at 0.35 FTE with a monthly salary of $1,680.
There are six vacancies with a desired start date of October 15, 2026.
Required application documents include curriculum vitae, cover letter, and three reference letters.

Graduate Teaching Assistant for Physical Therapy 2026-2027 Full Description

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

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Graduate Teaching Assistant for Physical Therapy 2026-2027

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Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Social Security Number *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

Posting Details

Title Information

Assistantship Title	Graduate Teaching Assistant
Job Class Code	10047
FLSA	Exempt
Minimum Qualifications	Minimum Qualifications: Must be admitted to a graduate degree program Must be in good academic standing Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher appropriate to the area of service Be registered full-time for the respective semester—nine (9) semester credit hours during the fall semester, nine (9) semester credit hours during the spring semester, three (3) semester credit hours during the summer session, or be registered in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements of the degree plan.

Position Information

Posting Number	A1506
Working Title	Graduate Teaching Assistant for Physical Therapy 2026-2027
Location	Harlingen, Texas
College	College of Health Professions
Department	College of Health Professions/Physical Therapy
Division	Division of Health Affairs
FTE	.35
Scope of Job	A Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) under the supervision of the faculty and/or staff, may assist faculty with various lab related tasks, provide guidance to students on lab processes, protocols and safety, laboratory operational needs such as prep and set up and other associated duties, as assigned. Graduate Teaching Assistants provide professional level laboratory teaching assistance under the direct supervision of a faculty supervisor or staff. Work schedules will vary depending on department needs.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications	Roles/Responsibilities Organizes and conducts open lab sessions for clinical skill development Performs skill checks with students, provides peer mentorship Assist the lab instructor to provide student support in the open lab format including student interaction, technique demonstration, and reinforcing concepts introduced in the lecture and labs. Graduate Teaching Assistants are also responsible for maintaining professional interactions with their students, staff, faculty and supervisors. They will submit biweekly reports to the direct supervisor in a timely fashion and attend meetings, as scheduled.
Preferred Qualifications	Knowledge, skills and abilities Commitment to student learning outcomes and evidence-based teaching practices Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities and time management Skill in planning, organization, coordination of activities and strong work ethic Ability to establish and maintain a collegial working relationship with faculty, staff and students Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Skill in the use of personal computer and related software applications
Salary	$1,680 monthly
Number of Vacancies	6
Desired Start Date	10/15/2026

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement	It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Open Date	10/06/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants	Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: Date of Birth Social Security Number Gender Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
Quick Link	https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/52749

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Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Reference Letter 1
Reference Letter 2
Reference Letter 3

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Graduate Teaching Assistant for Physical Therapy 2026-2027

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