Summer '26 TRIO SSS Bridge Writing TA Tier III

Northfield, OH - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 11 - 12

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

SSS Summer Bridge Writing Teacher Assistant (WS)
Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College 1520 St. Olaf Ave Northfield MN 55057
If the position requires the student to work off campus provide the name and address here:

Department Name: TRIO Student Support Services (SSS)
Unit Number (5 digits): 16127
Length of Position: Temporary/Summer: Late July through end of August
Contact Person/Supervisor: Assistant Director of TRIO Student Support Services and
Associate Director of Writing Speaking and Academic Support
Wage Range: $11.75-12.75/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):

SSS is seeking SIX qualified applicants for the summer position of Writing Teacher Assistant (TA)for its Summer Bridge Program. Writing TAs will support faculty and students in the WRIT 109 course. TAs will also reinforce STEM SIs by attending STEM lectures and co-leading Supplemental Instruction sessions. TAs will serve as academic tutors and assistants to the SSS Summer Bridge Program faculty and staff.

Transferable Skills:

Over the course of Summer Bridge TRIO SSS Writing TAs develop greater patience empathy and individual assessment skills as they help their six to seven students improve their writing abilities. All the while they model good study skills class engagement and behavior. Furthermore given the work TAs do to tailor their advice to individualstudents they refine their coaching approaches. Finally Writing TAs deepen their collaborative skills as they help facilitate supplemental instruction with a STEM SI.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in the Writing 109 course by providing individual tutoring and providing feedback on course assignments.
Consult on a regular basis with the Writing instructor.
Attend STEM class and co-lead Supplemental Instruction sessions.
Serve as an academic role model for students in the STEM and Writing courses by attending lectures taking notes and completing readings (but not exams). Contribute to the STEM Mock Exams alongside STEM SI staff.
Interact with and supervise students in an academic and residential setting.
Reside in Residence Hall and enforce St. Olaf College policy.
Participate in recreational and social activities during Summer Bridge.
Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)

At least one year of experience as a St. Olaf College student required
Knowledge of TRIO SSS services preferred
Completion of education courses relevant to TRIO services preferred
Experience with tutoring preferably in writing and the sciences.
Possess good organizational skills solid academic background in academic writing and a willingness to help other students learn.
Must exhibit professionalism and personal qualities necessary for working with students and staff during and after the Summer Bridge Program.
Be sensitive to the needs of first-generation college students representing diverse and ethnic/cultural backgrounds.
Understand the mission and objectives of TRIO-SSS and the Summer Bridge Program.
Approved to drive St. Olaf vans is highly desirable.If you are at least 18 years of age you arestrongly encouraged to become an approved driver. This is completed by passing a motor-vehicle background check and completing the SafeColleges Online Driving Course certification that must be renewed every two years.
Current St. Olaf students returning in the upcoming Fall term desirable.
All applicants must be in good academic standing. A strong academic record is highly desirable.

Physical and Environmental Factors:

This position requires crouching pushing/pulling and lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs. to perform the essential functions. It also requires exposure to loud noise and proximity hazards as well as rare exposure to respiratory factors and chemicals. Protective equipment is required for some essential functions. Candidates must possess the ability to safely perform the physical work required of all duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

DescriptionSSS Summer Bridge Writing Teacher Assistant (WS) Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt) Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College 1520 St. Olaf Ave Northfield MN 55057 If the position requires the student to work off campus provide the name and address here:Department Name: TR...