How are Tutor Markers paid?
Tutor Markers receive an initial preparation time of 2.17 base units for preparation, plus 1 BU for the first increment of up to 20 students enrolled in the specific course to which the TM is assigned, plus one-quarter (0.25) of a base unit for each additional increment of up to 5 students enrolled in the course. However, until enrolment in the course is confirmed at the end of Week 3, Tutor Markers receive three-quarters (0.75) of a base unit less than the enrolment figure from the End of Release (the date by which all undergraduates have had a chance to register, approximately three weeks before the semester begins) (Article XV D d). This deduction comes from students over and above the initial twenty, and in any event, no appointment will be less than 3.17 BU. After enrolment is confirmed, the TM’s pay is adjusted up to cover the full enrolment, and any back pay owing is paid to the TM on his or her next pay cheque. If enrolment drops, no change is made to the pay. For example: the
