Job DescriptionThe SI Leader is responsible for the following:
Facilitate Weekly SI Sessions and Attend All Class Lecture 50
- Plan and lead structured study sessions that are interactive and encourage student participation.
- Develop practice problems discussion questions study guides and other instructional materials to support learning during SI sessions.
- Attend all class lectures (on campus and/or watching prerecorded lectures if available) for the designated course every week to be familiar with all homework exams and assignments in the selected class.
Collaborate with Faculty and SI Coordinator 20
- Collaborate with faculty to stay informed about upcoming exams quizzes and any areas of concern for students.
- Maintain open communication with the SI Coordinator to discuss session progress challenges and opportunities for improvement.
Professional Development 20
- Attend SI Leader training and meetings to stay informed on best practices institutional policies and program updates.
- Engage in ongoing professional development activities such as peer observation and feedback reviews to enhance your effectiveness as an SI Leader.
Promote SI Sessions 10
- Actively promote SI sessions to students by making announcements in class sending emails or using other communication tools to encourage attendance.
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Work Schedule6 10 hours per week
Contact Information to ApplicantsMorgan Greer
- Current University of Kansas undergraduate student enrolled in six or more credit hours.
- A minimum of a B letter grade in the selected class.
- Strong proven written communication skills as evidenced by application materials.
- Professor approval for the class in which the applicant is applying.
- During the semester term of the appointment the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: 1 have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or 2 be preenrolled in upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or 3 be enrolled in summer session or 4 be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments)
- Strong proven verbal communication skills as evidenced by the interview.
- An overall GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Experience leading small groups.
- Experience providing academic support and/or tutoring.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word Outlook Excel Teams and PowerPoint.
- Strong proven attention to detail as demonstrated by the application materials and work experience.
KUs Wingspan: Center for Learning and Writing Support offers a portfolio of collaborative innovative academic support programs and services to students faculty and staff. The Wingspan provides individual and group support through its Peer Academic Coaching program Supplemental Instruction (SI) program Tutoring Services and Writing Center Services. The Wingspan is a part of the University Academic Support Centers (UASC) a comprehensive student support program consisting of two unique centers designed to strengthen the academic skills and written communication of students at the University of Kansas. UASC supports the Universitys commitment to the academic success and holistic development of students. UASC programs encourage student participation both in and out of the classroom support academic and personal development and link students to other campus and community resources for academic and personal support and development. University Academic Support Centers is a department within Academic Affairs.Position OverviewThe Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader plays a key role in enhancing student learning and academic success. SI Leaders facilitate peerled group study sessions for students enrolled in historically challenging courses. By offering regular collaborative study sessions SI Leaders help students develop study strategies reinforce course content and improve their academic performance. SI Leaders are expected to attend all course lectures model effective study habits and create an inclusive learning environment. Please visit to see specific SI Leader job openings for Spring 2025. SI Leaders must be available to attend the lectures and then prepare for study sessions that are held twice a week. To prepare for their roles SI Leaders are expected to attend: a multiday training prior to the start of their sessions as well as SI Leader meetings that are held biweekly throughout the semester.Additional Candidate InstructionThere are two parts to the SI Leader application: The HR online application and supplemental application:
- Please complete the HR online Application via
- Access the supplemental application at this link: /SV9NqWKyL2dVjBRKC
Both parts of the application must be submitted by Friday May 30th 2025 to be considered for an interview. This is a pool position for the Fall 2025 semester and the review of applications is ongoing hires will be made throughout the posting period.
Application deadline is Friday May 30th at 11:59 review of applications is ongoing hires will be made throughout the posting period.
Employment ConditionsPer the State of Kansas student employees may hold concurrent appointments not to exceed maximum appointment and hours worked levels. However concurrent student appointments must be of matching FLSA designation (exempt/salaried or nonexempt/hourly).