Teaching Teams at the University of Arizona
Teaching Teams – The Ultimate Student Leadership & Teaching Experience!
The Teaching Teams Program at the University of Arizona is one of the longest‑running comprehensive undergraduate preceptor training programs in the United States. Homed in the College of Science (Lunar and Planetary Lab), this university-wide program helps students of all academic disciplines develop leadership skills, gain teaching/presenting experience, and connect with faculty and peers across the university as they serve in a preceptorship (undergraduate peer teaching/learning assistant).
Why Join?
✔ Enhance your leadership & communication skills through peer instruction.
✔ Build strong faculty connections for mentorship, networking, and letters of recommendation.
✔ Participate in hands-on teaching & learning to boost your resume.
✔ Join a supportive academic community that fosters collaboration.
Key Program Elements
- Team LEAD (Leadership Experiences and Development) Undergraduate Certificate
- Leadership and Professional Development Workshops
- Internships for both Preceptors and Elective Units
- Faculty Toolkit – resources for successful peer instruction
Earn 3 Credits While Gaining Experience!
Enroll in PTYS 297A: Teaching Teams Professional Development workshop or PTYS 397A: Professional Development in a Digital Age and earn 3 units toward your GPA!
How to Enroll:
📌 Sign up through UAccess or contact:
📩 Dr. Steve Kortenkamp – kortenka@arizona.edu
📩 Hannah Edwards – hjohnson20@arizona.edu
Missed the deadline? Students can still enroll through Week 4 of the semester—email hjohnson20@arizona.edu for assistance!
Join Teaching Teams today and take your academic experience to the next level! 🚀