SLA Facilitator: Student Success Workshops

Ferris State University; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University seeks a SLA Facilitator (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI. The role supports courses identified as high-risk for failure by aiding students and collaborating with faculty to promote academic success.

The facilitator leads weekly workshops, tracks progress, and develops course-specific activities. This student role emphasizes mentorship, study-skill development, and supplemental tutoring while not replacing instructional faculty.

Qualifications

• Two years of college, an Associate Degree, or related experience.
• Excellent public speaking and communication skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to enforce program rules and policies.
• In depth knowledge of subject material.
• Bachelor’s Degree or upper-level BS with GPA 3.5+ preferred.
• Experience with SLA workshops.

Responsibilities

• Reports directly to the Director.
• Organize and facilitate weekly SLA workshops and prepare materials.
• Attend class sessions as needed and coordinate with instructors.
• Maintain workshop records and confidentiality of information.
• Support student learning and provide guidance to build study skills.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Policy enforcement

Subject matter knowledge

Education

Two years of college

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

GPA 3.5+ (BS student)

Job description

Ferris State University seeks a SLA Facilitator (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI. The role supports courses identified as high-risk for failure by aiding students and collaborating with faculty to promote academic success.

The facilitator leads weekly workshops, tracks progress, and develops course-specific activities. This student role emphasizes mentorship, study-skill development, and supplemental tutoring while not replacing instructional faculty.