CS Learning Assistant-Student Employment

Saint Xavier University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Xavier University is seeking a Learning Assistant to support a targeted class under the course instructor. You will attend designated class times and help students with academic skills and course content.

Applicants must be SXU students, have an A in the CS course they tutor, and complete staff development. A cover letter and resume are required for consideration. This is a part-time, on-site student position with flexible weekly hours.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as Saint Xavier University student.
• Must have an A in the computer science class you will tutor.
• Must be able to complete all staff development responsibilities.
• Must exhibit appropriate and professional behavior at all times.
• Must be friendly and enjoy working with people.

Responsibilities

• Attend class as designated by the instructor.
• Assist students with academic skills and course content.
• Answer questions, facilitate discussion, and assist the instructor.
• Perform additional administrative responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Professionalism

Teamwork

Education

SXU student

A in CS course

Job description

Summary

A learning assistant works alongside the course instructor during specific allotted times and offers academic support and assistance to students in a targeted class. The course instructor is present and works alongside the LA during class or at specific times and is a course requirement.

Summary

A learning assistant works alongside the course instructor during specific allotted times and offers academic support and assistance to students in a targeted class. The course instructor is present and works alongside the LA during class or at specific times and is a course requirement.

Skills

This student employment opportunity supports the development of skills aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Through this role, students will strengthen the following competencies:

• Communication: Students build communication skills by practicing clear, respectful, and professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication in a workplace setting.
• Leadership: Students build leadership skills by taking initiative, demonstrating responsibility, supporting others, contributing ideas, and modeling positive workplace behaviors.
• Professionalism: Students build professionalism by practicing dependability, accountability, confidentiality when applicable, workplace etiquette, and respectful service in a workplace setting.
• Teamwork: Students build teamwork skills by collaborating with supervisors, staff, and peers to support department goals, assist others, and contribute to a positive work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• LA’s are expected to attend class as designated by the instructor of the course.
• LA’s are expected to assist students with various academic skills and course content.
• LA’s answer questions, facilitate discussion, and assist the instructor of the course.
• Additional administrative responsibilities, as assigned.

Qualifications

MUST BE A STUDENT AT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY

Must Include a Resume and Cover Letter

Federal Work Study is NOT a requirement.

Students who are Federal Work Study eligible may still apply for this position.

• Must be enrolled as a SXU student
• Must have an A in computer science class in which you want to tutor
• Must be able to complete all staff development responsibilities
• Must exhibit appropriate and professional behavior at all times
• Must be friendly and enjoy working with people

Description Of Hours

• Up to 5 hours per week