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Job Description:

Bulldog PALs (Peer Assisted Learning) is a program that embeds peer academic support in specific STEM courses throughout the semester. In this role you will assist not only with classroom content, but also skills such as time management, note-taking and study strategies. Bulldog PALs Leaders will : Attend class meeting times as appropriate (students may attend to assist in laboratories, attend remote synchronous or in person classes). Communicate regularly with section faculty member. Model appropriate academic attitudes and behaviors to staff, faculty and students. Communicate student concerns and student referrals to other services with the appropriate academic or support offices. Plan and facilitate two study sessions per week either directly before or after class (or depending on the availability of students enrolled in the course) and respond to small group study session requests as available Assist students in the development of appropriate time management, note taking, study and exam preparation skills to promote academic success. (PALs leaders do not reteach the course material, rather, they facilitate conversation and encourage critical thinking). Track student attendance and upload study session plans to Canvas each week. Assist students in locating and submitting assignments for class (via Canvas or other technology platform). Provide support to students through Canvas, via email, or through on-campus meetings. Provide student success tips for best ways to communicate with professors. Aid in students' understanding of course expectations. Distribute, collect, and return various Bulldog PAL-related surveys. Have access to all course materials including the textbook and Canvas.

Requirements:

Successful completion of the course with a B or better Recommendation of the faculty member teaching the PAL course

Additional Information:

Salary:

$18 @ 10/hrs. week. Part-Time Non-Benefited position. Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above area encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position. Please note that as a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screening may impact the hiring decision.

Application Instructions:

To be considered for this position please upload the following documents to your account: Resume Cover Letter Please be sure to address the Required Qualifications in your documents. Apply