Graduate Assistantships Resource Center

TA Teaching Orientation

Spring 2026 TA Orientation requirements:

Before the first day of classes, TA's must complete the following:

  • TA Orientation Canvas Course (All modules and quizzes)
  • One (1) in-person TA training session

Canvas Course

You must register for the TA Orientation course, through Student Self-Service using the CRN provided. The orientation consists of a set of Canvas modules and quizzes that should be completed prior to the first day of the semester.

Course Name: IDS 5921 Teaching Assistant Orientation  CRN: XXXXX (To Be Announced)

The course will be open in Canvas in December 2025.

In-Person Training

TA's are also required to attend one face-to-face session. Face-to-face sessions will be offered on the following days:

  • Friday, January 9, 2026
    Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
    Location: To Be Announced

The orientation course and in-person training must be completed in full prior to the first day of the semester in order to be in compliance with the Office of Graduate Studies training requirement for new TAs. 

Contact the Office of Graduate Studies for questions about eligibility: grad-liaisonmail@usf.edu