DRW Assistant Instructor (AI) Quick FAQ – Fall 2025
📬 Who to Contact
Topic | Contact Person |
|---|---|
Scheduling, syllabi, CVs, evaluations, room reservations | Sara Casselberry |
HR, pay, assignments, policies | Victoria Obioma |
Teaching advice, syllabus review, academic integrity | Montez Jennings, Paige Welsh |
General DRW inquiries: rhetoric@austin.utexas.edu | Parlin 3 | 512-471-6109
Appointment Basics
Fall: Aug 16 – Dec 31, 2025
Spring: Jan 1 – May 15, 2026
Paid monthly; first paycheck Sept 1 (for August work).
Typical load: 20 hrs/week (1 course).
🩺 Insurance & Benefits
20 hrs/week: AcademicBlue SHIP
30 hrs/week: UT Select
Annual enrollment: July 15 – Sept 15
Life events = 31 days to make changes
Contact HR:
hrsc@austin.utexas.edu
📚 Teaching Requirements
Syllabus & CV: Due first day to Sara
Office Hours: ≥ 3/week across ≥ 2 periods (“and by appointment”)
Review roster first 2 days; add/drop via Sara
No public posting/emailing of grades; no unattended student work