American University
Encounters Senior Program Leader (Student)
American University - Pasco, Washington, us, 99302
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American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University.
Department:
AU Encounters
Time Type: Part time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Description:
Summary:
Program Leaders serve as student leaders for one or more sections of Encounters I and have a variety of responsibilities, primarily assisting their instructor(s) by offering their unique perspective as an AU student. Encouraging student engagement, coordinating with their instructor(s) on course planning, classroom management, and class logistics, and providing updates and insights to students about campus life and events are some of the ways Program Leaders bring meaning to the classroom. Program Leaders will be assigned to one section of approximately 35 students, with the possibility of additional class assignments. Encounters I classes meet every other week, and Program Leaders are expected to attend each one. Additionally, Program leaders will participate in biweekly cohort and Aerie* meetings. Program Leaders also assist with in-person events and lectures related to the course as needed. The Program Leader plays an essential role in the Encounters I (Encounter AU: The Idea of the University, CORE-102/103) course by serving as a role model and important connection between instructors and students in their first year at AU. An Aerie is an assigned group consisting of four to five Program Leaders and one Senior Program Leader.
Responsibilities:
1.) Program Meeting Responsibilities
Participate in asynchronous and in-person Program Leader trainings in August 2025 (In-person training: August 22nd, 2025). Complete synchronous SPL Training in August 2025 (Date: August 21st, 2025). Participate in one-hour biweekly cohort meetings and Aeriedates TBA). Complete a 1:1 mid-semester check-in with program staff. Meet biweekly with program staff (all SPL meeting) (A on the AB schedule). Create and lead a PL social/event in collaboration with other SPLs once per semester. Co-lead a segment of the cohort biweekly meeting twice per semester. 2.) Curricular Responsibilities
Attend Encounters I classes as assigned, supporting either 1 or 2 class sections. Regularly coordinate with your assigned instructor, meeting 30 minutes per week. Have an intentional interaction outside of class with each student at least once in the first 5 weeks of the semester. Meet with students by appointment as needed. Arrive to class prepared, reviewing the proper class materials ahead of time as needed (in coordination with your instructor). Support the engagement and active learning of students, meaningfully contributing to classroom dialogue. Be available as a mentor to students as they become oriented to AU, i.e. Suggesting opportunities for involvement at the university, tips & tricks for succeeding in classes, etc. Be available as a mentor to new and returning PLs as they become (re)oriented to the PL position, i.e. Providing encouragement, suggesting solutions to classroom issues, directing to appropriate resources, sharing tips & tricks for succeeding in classes, etc. 3.) Other Duties
Maintain regular communication with their Aerie and with program staff, in addition to SPL meetings and Aerie meetings. Contact program staff with program issues or concerns as necessary. Assist with in-person events, lectures, and excursions related to the course. Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work:
Part-Time. Approximately 5 to 6 hours of work per week for 15 weeks. Weekly Hours Breakdown (Estimate):30 to 60 min Aerie meeting/60 min Biweekly meeting (AB schedule), 75 min, Class, 30 min, Faculty meeting, 90 min, Class preparations & office hours. 225 - 255 min (3.75 - 4.25 hours) total. Allows for 1.25 - 2.25 hours of flexible time. Campus employment should not exceed 27 hours per week for domestic students, or 20 hours per week for international students, totaling across all on-campus positions. Encounters PLs must inform Encounters staff of other positions held on campus (Resident Assistant, AU Ambassador, etc.). Approximately 1 to 2 additional hours of work per week for 15 weeks (total of 6-8 hours per week). The position is open to Federal Work Study (FWS) and non-FWS students. The position starts August 18th, 2025, and ends on December 12th, 2025. Positions are available only for Encounters I courses in the fall Two semesters as Program Leader are required to be eligible for this position. Approximately 5 Senior Program Leaders will be hired for the Fall 2025 semester. Limited positions may be available for the Spring 2026 semester. Salary Range:
$18.45 per hour. Required Education and Experience:
Undergraduate student with sophomore standing or in their second year at AU with a minimum of 30 credits completed. Completion of both AUx1 (CORE-100/101/196) and AUx2 or AU Encounters (CORE-200/201), unless it was not a requirement for you. Must maintain good judicial and academic standing. Demonstrated leadership in the American University community. The criteria listed above must be met by the start date for the Program Leader role, meaning that current first-year students and/or students currently enrolled in CORE-200/201 are eligible to apply. Final hiring is contingent on the Encounters Program's ability to assign you to sections based on the availability you provide. Other Details
This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer. Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
Current American University Employees
American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.
Department:
AU Encounters
Time Type: Part time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Description:
Summary:
Program Leaders serve as student leaders for one or more sections of Encounters I and have a variety of responsibilities, primarily assisting their instructor(s) by offering their unique perspective as an AU student. Encouraging student engagement, coordinating with their instructor(s) on course planning, classroom management, and class logistics, and providing updates and insights to students about campus life and events are some of the ways Program Leaders bring meaning to the classroom. Program Leaders will be assigned to one section of approximately 35 students, with the possibility of additional class assignments. Encounters I classes meet every other week, and Program Leaders are expected to attend each one. Additionally, Program leaders will participate in biweekly cohort and Aerie* meetings. Program Leaders also assist with in-person events and lectures related to the course as needed. The Program Leader plays an essential role in the Encounters I (Encounter AU: The Idea of the University, CORE-102/103) course by serving as a role model and important connection between instructors and students in their first year at AU. An Aerie is an assigned group consisting of four to five Program Leaders and one Senior Program Leader.
Responsibilities:
1.) Program Meeting Responsibilities
Participate in asynchronous and in-person Program Leader trainings in August 2025 (In-person training: August 22nd, 2025). Complete synchronous SPL Training in August 2025 (Date: August 21st, 2025). Participate in one-hour biweekly cohort meetings and Aeriedates TBA). Complete a 1:1 mid-semester check-in with program staff. Meet biweekly with program staff (all SPL meeting) (A on the AB schedule). Create and lead a PL social/event in collaboration with other SPLs once per semester. Co-lead a segment of the cohort biweekly meeting twice per semester. 2.) Curricular Responsibilities
Attend Encounters I classes as assigned, supporting either 1 or 2 class sections. Regularly coordinate with your assigned instructor, meeting 30 minutes per week. Have an intentional interaction outside of class with each student at least once in the first 5 weeks of the semester. Meet with students by appointment as needed. Arrive to class prepared, reviewing the proper class materials ahead of time as needed (in coordination with your instructor). Support the engagement and active learning of students, meaningfully contributing to classroom dialogue. Be available as a mentor to students as they become oriented to AU, i.e. Suggesting opportunities for involvement at the university, tips & tricks for succeeding in classes, etc. Be available as a mentor to new and returning PLs as they become (re)oriented to the PL position, i.e. Providing encouragement, suggesting solutions to classroom issues, directing to appropriate resources, sharing tips & tricks for succeeding in classes, etc. 3.) Other Duties
Maintain regular communication with their Aerie and with program staff, in addition to SPL meetings and Aerie meetings. Contact program staff with program issues or concerns as necessary. Assist with in-person events, lectures, and excursions related to the course. Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work:
Part-Time. Approximately 5 to 6 hours of work per week for 15 weeks. Weekly Hours Breakdown (Estimate):30 to 60 min Aerie meeting/60 min Biweekly meeting (AB schedule), 75 min, Class, 30 min, Faculty meeting, 90 min, Class preparations & office hours. 225 - 255 min (3.75 - 4.25 hours) total. Allows for 1.25 - 2.25 hours of flexible time. Campus employment should not exceed 27 hours per week for domestic students, or 20 hours per week for international students, totaling across all on-campus positions. Encounters PLs must inform Encounters staff of other positions held on campus (Resident Assistant, AU Ambassador, etc.). Approximately 1 to 2 additional hours of work per week for 15 weeks (total of 6-8 hours per week). The position is open to Federal Work Study (FWS) and non-FWS students. The position starts August 18th, 2025, and ends on December 12th, 2025. Positions are available only for Encounters I courses in the fall Two semesters as Program Leader are required to be eligible for this position. Approximately 5 Senior Program Leaders will be hired for the Fall 2025 semester. Limited positions may be available for the Spring 2026 semester. Salary Range:
$18.45 per hour. Required Education and Experience:
Undergraduate student with sophomore standing or in their second year at AU with a minimum of 30 credits completed. Completion of both AUx1 (CORE-100/101/196) and AUx2 or AU Encounters (CORE-200/201), unless it was not a requirement for you. Must maintain good judicial and academic standing. Demonstrated leadership in the American University community. The criteria listed above must be met by the start date for the Program Leader role, meaning that current first-year students and/or students currently enrolled in CORE-200/201 are eligible to apply. Final hiring is contingent on the Encounters Program's ability to assign you to sections based on the availability you provide. Other Details
This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer. Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
Current American University Employees
American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.