Graduate Assistant, Engaged Learning & Facilitation

Barnard College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Barnard College in New York is seeking a Graduate Assistant in Engaged Learning to support student learning communities and communities of practice on emergent topics in higher education. You will collaborate with the Sr. Associate Director of the CEP to plan sessions, gather knowledge, and document progress.

The role emphasizes facilitation, assessment, and providing timely support to students and faculty, contributing to Barnard’s commitment to inclusive pedagogy and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in higher education, student learning, and inclusive pedagogical practice.
• Knowledge of emergent topics in higher learning, such as curiosity.
• Experience facilitating or co-facilitating group discussions, workshops, learning sessions, or peer-based educational activities.
• Strong ability to identify, synthesize, and communicate information from scholarly, professional, and pedagogical sources.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills, including attention to detail in project coordination, scheduling, and documentation.
• Ability to support student learning in both group and one-on-one settings, including responsiveness to student questions and needs.
• Interest in assessment and reflective practice, including supporting the evaluation of learning communities and educational initiatives.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prior teaching or facilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and co‑facilitate learning sessions for students in collaboration with the Sr. Associate Director of the CEP.
• Assist in identifying and synthesizing knowledge related to emergent topics in higher learning (e.g., curiosity).
• Perform administrative tasks related to project management and documentation.
• Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and be available for student 1:1 questions (e.g., during office hours).
• Support assessment of the learning communities in collaboration with CEP staff.

Skills

Demonstrated interest in higher ed

Interest in emergent topics (curiosity

Facilitation experience

Synthesis from scholarly sources

Organizational skills

Group and 1:1 student support

Assessment and reflective practice

Independent and team work

Strong communication skills

Prior teaching/facilitation

Job description

Barnard College in New York is seeking a Graduate Assistant in Engaged Learning to support student learning communities and communities of practice on emergent topics in higher education. You will collaborate with the Sr. Associate Director of the CEP to plan sessions, gather knowledge, and document progress.

The role emphasizes facilitation, assessment, and providing timely support to students and faculty, contributing to Barnard’s commitment to inclusive pedagogy and wellbeing.