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Supplemental Instruction (SI) Peer Facilitator - Federal Work Study

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Job Title: Supplemental Instruction (SI) Peer Facilitator - Federal Work Study Location: UNG - Gainesville Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 284783 About Us Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus. Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a federal work study student in the Supplemental Instruction department on the Gainesville campus. Supplemental Instruction (SI) aims to serve the UNG community by going beyond learning to studying intelligently and succeeding academically. We believe in offering an equal opportunity for students to learn, grow, and define academic success. We accomplish this by providing a fun, inclusive, and collaborative environment through peer-assisted study sessions for all students in the course. Students who attend SI sessions are guided by the SI facilitator to think critically, while on average earning half a letter grade higher than non-participants. Responsibilities

Leading SI sessions two times per week for the assigned course using collaborative activities and active learning strategies; Holding office hours; Attending lectures with students to relearn course content, take notes, promote SI, and role model good student behavior; Planning for SI sessions, including: creating an agenda and preparing worksheets or other resources; and staff development, including: orientation training, bi-weekly meetings, observations of peer sessions, and meetings with supervisor and mentors. Facilitators gain leadership skills and training on the international SI model. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Possess good interpersonal communication skills Undergraduate students must have proven competency in the targeted content area in which they are applying. Required Qualifications

Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater Completed targeted courses at UNG with a B or better Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications may still be considered. Required Documents to Attach

Resume Cover Letter Federal Work Study Award Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. Other Information

This role is not considered a position of trust. Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily; positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

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