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Job Title |
SI Leader Courses needing an SI Leader for Spring 2010: |
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Department |
Talent Development Center (TDC) |
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Job Description |
To provide assistance to students enrolled in a traditionally difficult course; Attend weekly training, re-attend course and offer three weekly study review sessions to students currently enrolled in the course; Attend every course lecture; Establish communication loop that includes course instructor, TDC director & office manager, and SI manager; Present the SI concept and expectations to students enrolled in class; Plan SI sessions including an introduction and closure; Re-direct questions during SI sessions; Assess "big picture" or theme from daily lectures; Determine appropriate strategies for helping students understand concepts; Integrate course content and learning skills; Ensure that all attendees participate in discussions through various collaborative learning techniques; Employ creativity and flexibility in all aspects of role; Market SI effectiveness to currently-enrolled students; Check University email daily; Prepare for SI sessions by reading text and supplemental material, reviewing lecture notes, meeting with course instructor; Develop strategies to support a variety of student learners; Seek support and guidance from other SI Leaders, SI supervisors, other TDC staff, and the SI training manual; Evaluate data from previous semesters to plan approach for current trimester; Participate in the International College Reading & Learning Association (CRLA) tutor training/certification program; Take notes in course every day; Do class homework assignments; Analyze course content to determine best collaborative learning strategies; Use the language of the discipline; Develop appropriate session closure strategies that include summaries; Interact regularly with course instructor; Exhibit professionalism and courtesy; Maintain confidentiality; Promote student involvement with course content; Work independently and with minimal supervision; Readjust lesson plan quickly if students are not grasping content or delivery; Model "good student" behavior in and out of class; Lead peers through a rigorous course; Demonstrate ability to work positively with others including course instructor, SI supervisor, students & other TDC staff; Ability to work with diverse on campus populations; Interact regularly with international students, underrepresented populations, and students of varying academic abilities. |
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Qualifications |
Received an 'A' in respective course; Recommendation from respective course instructor. |
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Wage Rate |
$8.15 |
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Hours Available |
11 Hours |
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Start Date |
January 10, Spring 2010 Trimester, SI training/orientation is held on Sunday, January 10th-attendance is mandatory. TDC Staff training is held every Tuesday mornng at 7:00 or 8:00 am throughout the trimester. |
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Application Deadline |
Until Filled; SI Leader openings in these courses ONLY; SI Leader selection will be based on the recommendation of the course instructor and qualifications of the applicants; Contact lstande@nwmissouri.edu to request an application. |
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Supervisor |
Linda Standerford & Dr. Leslie Galbreath |
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Address |
372 Administration Building |
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Phone |
660-562-1727 |
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Contact the Supervisor to apply for this position. Apply for positions for which you meet the qualifications.