Student Wingspan SI Leader

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Lawrence, KS - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 3 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

50% - Facilitate Weekly SI Sessions and Attend All Class Lecture
  • 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 for the designated course every week to be familiar with all homework exams and assignments in the selected class.
20% - Collaborate with Faculty and SI Manager
  • Collaborate with faculty to stay informed about upcoming exams quizzes and any areas of concern for students.
  • Maintain open communication with the SI Manager to discuss session progress challenges and opportunities for improvement.
20% - Professional Development
  • 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.
10% - Promote SI Sessions
  • Actively promote SI sessions to students by making announcements in class sending emails or using other communication tools to encourage attendance.

Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.

Work Schedule
6-10 hours per week.

Contact Information to Applicants
Morgan Greer



  1. A minimum of a B letter grade in the selected class.
  2. Ability to work 610 hours per week including afternoon and evening availability to lead SI sessions.


  1. Strong proven verbal communication skills as evidenced by the interview.
  2. In good academic standing.
  3. Experience leading small groups as shown in application material.
  4. Experience providing academic support and/or tutoring.


Position Overview
KUs Wingspan: Center for Learning and Writing Support offers a portfolio of collaborative innovative academic support programs and services to students faculty and staff. KUs 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.

The Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader plays a key role in enhancing student learning and academic success. SI Leaders facilitate peer-led 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 a welcoming learning environment. Please visit to see specific SI Leader job openings for Fall 2026. 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 multi-day training prior to the start of their sessions as well as SI Leader meetings that are held biweekly throughout the semester.

Additional Candidate Instruction
There 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:
parts of the application must be submitted by Friday May 7th to be considered for an interview. This is a pool position for the Fall 2026 semester and the review of applications is ongoing. Hires will be made throughout the posting period.

Position Requirements
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 pre-enrolled in the 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).

Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.

(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
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