Teaching Assistant Roles

I have been a teaching assistant for seven undergraduate courses ranging from first-year to fourth-year, in the Departments of Plant Sciences and Biology. These roles have included laboratory instruction, pre-lab lectures, assignment and exam grading, and helping students apply course concepts in both field- and lab-based contexts.

Courses

PLSC 450 – Applied Entomology (2024–2025)

• Graded assignments and provided detailed feedback
• Assisted in syllabus development
• Created an original assignment on economic injury levels and thresholds
• Delivered two guest lectures:
  • Applied Entomology in Action: IPM and Tools for Growers (2024)
  • Applied Economic Thresholds (2025)

PLSC 382 – Introduction to Field Scouting (2024–2026)

• Provided feedback on assignments
• Guided students in field data collection and observational techniques
• Supported development of applied scouting and decision-making skills

PLSC 340 – Weed Science (2024–2025)

• Graded lab and field assignments
• Facilitated weed ID and herbicide mode-of-action exercises
• Assisted with exam invigilation

PLSC 260 – Principles of Plant Protection (2024–2025)

• Led weekly laboratory sessions
• Delivered 30-minute pre-lab lectures
• Graded assignments and supported student learning in plant protection

PLSC 222 – Introduction to Field Crops (2024–2025)

• Graded assignments and provided feedback
• Facilitated student discussions
• Supported application of crop management concepts

AGRC 111 – Introduction to Plant and Soil Sciences (2023, 2025)

• Supported first-year students in foundational plant and soil science
• Provided individualized lab and lecture support
• Assisted with midterm invigilation in 2025

AGRC 445 – Experiential Learning in the Workplace (2023)

• Evaluated SOP documents
• Graded audio/visual communication projects
• Provided feedback on transferable professional skills