Biology Peer Learning Assistant - Spring Tutoring

University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma is hiring Peer Learning Assistants (PLAs) to support students in BIOL and PSY courses, with in-person and online tutoring sessions. PLAs prepare for sessions, staff weekly groups, and help maintain attendance records.

Candidates must be undergraduate students in Spring 2027, provide references, have completed 12 OU hours, GPA 3.0 with an A in the tutored courses, and complete onboarding and CRLA training.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in Spring 2027 at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
• Provide a reference from at least one OU faculty or staff member.
• Must have completed at least 12 undergraduate hours at OU Norman Campus.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA with an A in the course(s) tutored; AP credit or recommendations may substitute.
• Specific Courses include BIOL 1124, BIOL 1134, BIOL 2124, BIOL 2234, BIOL 2255, BIOL 3013, BIOL 3103, BIOL 3113, BIOL 3333, BIOL 4843, and PSY courses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and staff weekly small-group tutoring sessions, held in-person and/or online.
• Maintain attendance records and assist with session promotion.
• Facilitate study skills consultations with students.
• Communicate with course instructors about course materials.
• Report progress to the SLC Director and the SLC Lead Team.

Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Undergraduate student enrollment

Job description

The University of Oklahoma is hiring Peer Learning Assistants (PLAs) to support students in BIOL and PSY courses, with in-person and online tutoring sessions. PLAs prepare for sessions, staff weekly groups, and help maintain attendance records.

Candidates must be undergraduate students in Spring 2027, provide references, have completed 12 OU hours, GPA 3.0 with an A in the tutored courses, and complete onboarding and CRLA training.