Develop your teaching credentials with us!
The Teaching Commons provides a range of teaching development opportunities for graduate students who would like to enhance their teaching and make connections with others who teach at York University. Scroll down to explore what we have to offer.
View our events calendar to see what is upcoming.
We also offer a plethora of online RESOURCES available to you at anytime!
TA/ITA orientation
Each fall, the Teaching Commons facilitates an Orientation to all Teaching Assistants (TAs) and International Teaching Assistants (ITAs) consisting of workshops and departmental visits.
Certificates and accredited courses
Record of completion certificates
These certificates honour outstanding graduate students for their own professional development and ongoing dedication to the enhancement and improvement of teaching and learning at York University.
TA Certificate in Teaching (TACT)
This certificate consists of two courses that can be taken whenever works for you, throughout your time at York! The focus is on teaching and learning in higher education.
Senior Teaching Assistant (STA) Program
This 2-semester program is designed for experienced TAs interested in further developing their teaching skills. It is accredited by the EDC (Educational Developers Caucus) Participants learn experientially by planning and facilitating teaching development events for their peers.
Supporting Teaching At York (STAY) symposium
This symposium is offered annually by graduate students (the Teaching Commons Senior Teaching Assistants) for graduate students. It is an opportunity to share experiences, learn together, and enhance your classroom practice.
Teaching Commons Tutor (TCT) Position
The Teaching Commons offers TA positions to full-time graduate students with proven interest in university level teaching and learning. Teaching Commons Tutors help the Teaching Commons to provide support and advice to TAs across the University.
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Inquiries
If you want to learn more about the support provided to graduate students and teaching assistants, or for any questions, email Natasha May, Educational Developer.
Email: maynat@yorku.ca