How many hours does a Learning Assistant work, and what are their responsibilities?

On average, Learning Assistants (LAs) work about 5 hours per week, though the exact time may vary with the flow of the semester. These responsibilities are typically divided as follows:

• 3 hours supporting student learning

  • This may look like two 80-minute sessions or three 55-minute sessions

  • Formats can include lab, lecture, recitation, study group, or a mix

• 1 hour meeting with your faculty mentor in a weekly staff meeting

• 1 hour preparing for upcoming sessions

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