Physics Peer Leader/Learning Asistant
Physics Peer Leader/Learning Asistant
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25-07-2025
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Job Summary
Peer Leaders/Learning Assistants help students and teachers during physics labs and general grading. PLAs work for three hours a week in lab as well as a short 30-60 minute meeting each week to discuss the following weeks lab. Hours are also available for grading lecture homework. Expected commitment is less than 7 hours of work per week and can be flexible depending on assignment. There is the option to work additional hours in Open Lab. PLAs are evaluated through a combination of the following: evaluation from the supervising lab adjunct weekly meetings with and occasional observation by the physics lab coordinator and end of semester students evaluations.
Minimum Qualifications
Interest and enthusiasm for teaching learning and physics Strong conceptual understanding of physics in addition to being able to apply mathematical knowledge in calculations Internally motivated and able to work independently Effective communication skills Good problem solving skills Completion of PHY 204 and 205 with a grade of at least a B in both courses
Preferred Qualifications
Physics major/minor Completion of PHY 204 and 205 with an A in both courses Recommendation from PHY 274 or PHY 275 peer leader
Peer Leaders/Learning Assistants help students and teachers during physics labs and general grading. PLAs work for three hours a week in lab as well as a short 30-60 minute meeting each week to discuss the following weeks lab. Hours are also available for grading lecture homework. Expected commitment is less than 7 hours of work per week and can be flexible depending on assignment. There is the option to work additional hours in Open Lab. PLAs are evaluated through a combination of the following: evaluation from the supervising lab adjunct weekly meetings with and occasional observation by the physics lab coordinator and end of semester students evaluations.
Minimum Qualifications
Interest and enthusiasm for teaching learning and physics Strong conceptual understanding of physics in addition to being able to apply mathematical knowledge in calculations Internally motivated and able to work independently Effective communication skills Good problem solving skills Completion of PHY 204 and 205 with a grade of at least a B in both courses
Preferred Qualifications
Physics major/minor Completion of PHY 204 and 205 with an A in both courses Recommendation from PHY 274 or PHY 275 peer leader
Employment Type
Full Time
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