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Location: Lowell, MA Category: Student Posted On: Mon Nov 18 2024 Job Description:
Title: ACE Student Leader- SI Role
Unit: Student Employment
Department: Academic Centers for Enrichment (ACE)
Reports to: Director of Academic Support Programs
Date: November 18, 2024
General Summary: ACE Student Leader - SI Role: SI Leaders are faculty-recommended students who are trained in planning and facilitating collaborative learning study sessions for their peers within targeted courses. SI Leaders offer instructional support by attending class meetings for their specific course/section; leading weekly group study sessions outside of class; as well as providing students with tools and strategies to promote academic success within the course.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Attend all class meetings (including labs) for the course/section you are supporting
Plan and facilitate two one-hour study sessions per week based the availability and needs of students enrolled in the course
Inform direct supervisors of session meeting times and locations
Track student attendance and upload session plans to Blackboard each week
Assist students in developing time management, communication, and study skills to promote academic success within the course
Maintain consistent communication with your direct supervisors
Assist students in navigating Blackboard and understanding course expectations
Help students in locating and submitting assignments
Assist students in posting to a discussion board
Provide support to students through Blackboard, Zoom, email, or on-campus meetings
Attend ACE Student Leader training and monthly meetings
Be aware of and advocate for the other resources and services provided at MCC
Model appropriate academic attitudes and behaviors to staff, faculty, and students
Complete other ACE Department tasks as assigned
All ACE Student Leaders are required to engage in ongoing professional development
Job Requirements:
Must be recommended by a faculty member for the course you want to support and earned a B+ or higher
Maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0
Attend ACE Student Leader monthly meetings
Complete the required ACE Student Leader minimum 15-hour training
Demonstrate knowledge and competence in the subject matter of the course you support
Demonstrate an ability to work and communicate well with students of various academic levels and diverse backgrounds
Effectively explain concepts to others and communicate study strategies to ensure academic success within the course
Complete and submit all SI-related assignments and paperwork in a timely manner
Exhibit patience and positive attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environment
Exhibit good organizational, communication, and basic computing skills
Work toward International Center for Supplemental Instruction (ICSI) SI Leader Certification
Additional Information:
All ACE Student Leaders are required to engage in ongoing professional development
Required ACE Training - Monday, January 13, 2025, in-person, LC406B
Required ACE Training - Tuesday, January 14, 2025, ONLINE, 9:30-11:30am (paid time)
Required- Monthly Meetings
Friday, February 7, 8:30am-11:00am (Lowell Campus, LC406B)
Friday, March 7, 9:30am-12:00pm (Bedford Campus, AR-Lib)
Shuttle from Lowell at 9:00am - returning shuttle 12pm
Friday, April 11, 8:30am-11:00am (Lowell Campus, LC406B)
Friday, May 2, 8:30am-11:00am (Lowell Campus, LC406B)
Limited Spots available!
Hourly Rate:$18.00 per hour in accordance with the College's Part-Time Wage Schedule
Location: Lowell or Bedford Campus
Hours: 7 to 10 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire
Expected Start Date: January 2024
Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled
