Academic Support Graduate Assistant Supplemental Instruction Program

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Closing Date:

03/07/2026

Type of Position:

Graduate AssistantNo

Job Type:

Academic Term (Fixed Term)Shift Vary (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas Fayetteville

Founded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Supplemental Instruction

Summary of Job Duties:

The Academic Support Graduate Assistant for the Supplemental Instruction Program will conduct program-related research including data collection analysis and reporting to assist with development of system improvements. The Graduate Assistant will help with preparation coding and analysis of semester surveys and will support the program coordinator(s) with daily program operation and supervision of student employees including some evening and weekend hours. Working with the program coordinator(s) the Graduate Assistant will develop and deliver content for training and classroom presentations as needed. The Graduate Assistant will facilitate the observation of student employees working in the program(s) provide periodic feedback and will work on other projects as needed and time allows. Regular reliable attendance and maintaining a collegial work environment are required.

This position will develop UA Career-Ready skills such as critical thinking communication perspective awareness teamwork professionalism and technology.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Administrative Duties
Help generate schedules for SI sessions for fall and spring semesters
Create professional development presentations for SI leaders
Assist in the interview and hiring process for new SI leaders and new mentors
Evaluate SI leader written assignments
Help build and execute SI leader pre-semester training

Observations
Observe five or more SI leaders three times per semester
Conduct a debrief with leaders following observations
Provide mentoring/advice for SI leaders

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education or enrollment in an integrated masters degree program at the University of Arkansas

• Enrollment in University of Arkansas graduate program of study

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one semesters experience teaching or working in an academic support setting such as tutoring services a supplemental instruction program peer academic coaching and/or writing instruction

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data draw conclusions and present findings to multiple stakeholders

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of academic support programs such as tutoring supplemental instruction peer academic coaching and/or writing instruction

• Skilled in Excel Blackboard Zoom Office 365 (OneDrive Forms Teams)

• Skilled in interpersonal communication

• Skilled in time management and organization

• Ability to work effectively in teams and independently with limited supervision

• Ability to problem solve and think critically

Additional Information:

Graduate students are subjected to background checks.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Repetitive Motion Sitting Standing Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible: