Graduate Inclusive Excellence Peer Educator (Student)

American University; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

American University is seeking a graduate student to serve as Inclusive Excellence Peer Educator for the 2026–2027 academic year. The role involves designing and facilitating educational workshops, leading Dialogue Across Differences conversations, and supporting restorative practices to strengthen campus inclusion.

You will work with the Inclusive Leadership and Learning Team and assist the Climate Action Response Team, contributing to educational outreach and program development for diverse

Qualifications

• Experience facilitating groups or workshops.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability to build relationships and engage diverse audiences.
• Experience with outreach and campus partner collaboration.
• Good organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead educational workshops and dialogue sessions.
• Support Climate Action Response Team initiatives and restorative practices as needed.
• Coordinate with campus partners and student organizations to promote programs.

Skills

Facilitation

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Outreach

Time management

Education

Graduate student status

Job description

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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

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Department: Inclusive Leadership & Learning

Time Type: Part time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description

Summary: The Office of Inclusive Excellence (OIE) is seeking a graduate student to serve as Inclusive Excellence Peer Educator for the 2026–2027 academic year. Inclusive Excellence Peer Educator is a highly engaged student leader who advance inclusive excellence through education, facilitated dialogue, and restorative practices. Working alongside the Inclusive Leadership and Learning Team, the Peer Educator designs and facilitates educational workshops, leads Dialogue Across Differences conversations, and supports the Office's educational and community response initiatives. As a member of the Inclusive Leadership and Learning Team, the Peer Educator also supports the Climate Action Response Team (CART) by facilitating structured dialogues, restorative circles, and other restorative practices, when appropriate and under professional staff guidance, to strengthen relationships, repair harm, and foster a more inclusive campus community. This position is ideal for a graduate student with previous facilitation experience who is passionate about education, dialogue, leadership, and helping others engage across differences through meaningful learning experiences.

Essential Functions

• 1.) Educational Programming & Facilitation
  • Facilitate educational workshops and presentations for students, student organizations, residence halls, and campus partners.
  • Lead Dialogue Across Differences sessions that foster respectful engagement across diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives.
  • Adapt facilitation techniques to meet the needs of various audiences and learning environments.
• 2.) Outreach & Relationship Building
  • Build relationships with students, student organizations, and campus partners to increase participation in Inclusive Excellence programming.
  • Conduct outreach to promote educational opportunities and workshops.
  • Serve as a visible representative of the Office of Inclusive Excellence and the Inclusive Leadership and Learning Team.
  • Collaborate with Inclusive Excellence Ambassadors and campus partners to expand educational engagement.
• 3.) Assessment & Professional Development
  • Collect participant feedback and assist with program evaluation.
  • Participate in debriefs and continuous improvement efforts following workshops and dialogue sessions.
  • Complete ongoing professional development in facilitation, restorative practices, inclusive leadership, trauma-informed engagement, conflict navigation, and dialogue techniques.
  • Attend regular team meetings, trainings, and planning sessions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Part-time. 5 - 15 hours per week.

Salary Range: $19.50 per hour.

Required Education and Experience

Previous facilitation or group leadership experience (e.g., Resident Assistant, Orientation Leader, Peer Mentor, Student Organization Officer, Teaching Assistant, Student Facilitator, or similar roles). Strong public speaking, presentation, and group facilitation skills. Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and outreach skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Ability to navigate complex conversations with empathy, professionalism, and sound judgment. Interest in restorative practices, dialogue facilitation, conflict engagement, and community building. Strong organizational and time management skills. Commitment to advancing inclusive excellence and fostering respectful engagement across the university community.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Hours may include Initial and ongoing training.
• Workshop preparation and curriculum review.
• Educational resource development.
• Outreach and relationship-building.
• Scheduling and coordination with campus partners.
• Team meetings and planning sessions.
• Facilitating workshops, presentations, dialogue sessions, and restorative circles.
• Supporting Climate Action Response Team initiatives and educational response efforts.

The contract length will be from September 8, 2026 - May 7, 2027.

Other Details

This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer. Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.

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