Wolak Learning Center Graduate Assistant
Wolak Learning Center Graduate Assistant
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Job Description
Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932 our peoplecentered strategy has defined us and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180000 learners worldwide.
Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience backgrounds and skills to the university. And today were ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.
The opportunity
Southern New Hampshire Universitys Wolak Learning Center (WLC) is seeking a Graduate Assistant for academic support on the Manchester campus. In collaboration with the Tutoring Coordinators and the tutoring team the Graduate Assistant will provide academic support to University College students in the areas of math science technology engineering game design/game arts writing liberal arts business and study skills.
This position is open to all fulltime graduate students and is an opportunity for students interested in the field of teaching higher education or college student development to learn practical skills in those areas. The Graduate Assistant position can be customized to a students interests and background. The Graduate Assistant will have the chance to understand higher education and grow as a student and professional.
The ideal candidates will have exceptional organizational interpersonal and leadership skills; oral and written communication skills; adaptability and flexibility; and student leadership experience. Candidates must be able to work independently collaborate with the team regularly and be willing to jump in and take on additional projects as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with daytoday administrative functions. This may include:
Providing academic coaching to students in the Academic Recovery Program
Academic coaching involves assisting students with time management organization goal setting and referring students to appropriate campus resources.
Assisting tutoring coordinators with developing new programs and initiatives to further support the student tutoring needs on campus
Recruiting hiring training developing and evaluating Peer Educators
Scheduling tutoring appointments based on specificity of student discipline coursework and need
Providing tutoring services as needed
Collaborate with the staff of the Wolak Learning Center and members of the peer tutoring team. This may include:
Researching developing and presenting disciplinespecific trainings
Mentoring new tutors
Marketing WLC services to the campus community at events and in classes
Assisting with firstyear academic support
Building connections with departments and offices oncampus
Creating tutoring resources
Developing promoting and running a variety of events and special programs targeted for undergraduate students
Observing evaluating and providing feedback to tutors
Adapting to support diverse student needs
Completing other special projects as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Fulltime enrollment in a graduate degree program at SNHU
Bachelors degree in preferred relevant field
Must have a 3.00 or above undergraduate cumulative GPA
Submit Cover Letter and Resume for consideration
Strong knowledge of MS Office that supports office processes
Graduate Assistants are expected to provide personal laptop/computer for virtual sessions
Preferred Qualifications:
The WLC is seeking to hire a Graduate Assistant who can support at least one of the following key areas of focus:
Business
Strengths in accounting economics finance marketing and/or quantitative studies
Mathematics
Strengths in statistics calculus applied linear algebra and/or differential equations
Science Technology and Engineering
Strengths in biology chemistry game design/game art computer science physics and/or engineering
Writing and Liberal Arts
Strengths in academic writing research and citations
All candidates should possess the following:
At least 1 year of tutoring and/or previous teaching experience
Strong academic background
Ability to establish a supportive relationship with students
Learning Outcomes:
Develop skills to assist tutees in specific content areas using multiple inperson modalities and develop specific differentiated tutoring strategies to meet various needs of learners based on learner preferences strengths/weaknesses background or prior knowledge.
Model effective tutoring strategies and skills. Develop leadership skills through mentoring peer tutors leading tutor trainings and assisting coordinators with other individualized projects to further the mission of the Wolak Learning Center.
Incorporate study habits motivation and strategies in tutoring sessions consistent with those emphasized in tutor trainings.
Incorporate effective communication skills and improve professional skills for postSNHU employment opportunities.
We believe real innovation comes from inclusion where different experiences perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if youre wondering whether SNHU is right for you take the leap and apply. You might be just the person were looking for.
Compensation
The hourly pay range for this position is $12.00 $15.00. Actual offer will be based on skills qualifications experience and internal equity in addition to relevant business considerations.Employment Type
Part-Time
