The Wintrode Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction (SI) Programs welcome applications for SI leader positions in a variety of subjects.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Lead two SI sessions per week, one hour each, for the duration of the semester
- Attend all class meetings and take notes; role model successful student behavior
- Advertise and make class announcements about the SI sessions
- Prepare a lesson plan for each session to ensure students’ academic development
- Provide opportunities for meaningful and engaging activities to process course material and develop study strategies
- Attend orientation training each semester, as well as a weekly training session
- Assist with administrative duties and data collection (attendance sheets, student surveys, planning sheets, etc.)
Qualifications:
- Have successfully completed the course for the position you are applying for (or a higher-level course in that subject area) with a grade of A or B and must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Demonstrate competence in the subject matter, determined by course grade and faculty references
- Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to explain concepts to others
- Effectively communicate study strategies to ensure academic success
- Work comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds
- Possess good organizational skills and complete paperwork in a timely manner
- Exhibit patience and positive attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environment
Training:
Ongoing training will be provided; SI leaders must be able to attend a start-of-semester training (typically held on the Sunday prior to the start of the semester)
Schedule:
Flexible schedule, although SI leader must be able to regularly attend lecture for SI-linked course
Salary:
$13 per hour; SI Leaders who meet training requirements and uphold program policies are eligible for a raise
Applications:
Applications are available online. Applications are also available at the front desk of the Wintrode Student Success & Opportunity Center.
Return applications and refer questions to:
Linde Murray, Director of Tutoring and TRIO Programs
Wintrode Student Success & Opportunity Center
Box 2214, SWSC 110
Brookings, SD 57007
Phone: 605-688-4155