Student Learning Assistant I_Non-FWS

The George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 25.000 - 29.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Undergraduate Learning Assistant (ULA) at GW Libraries & Academic Innovation will provide course- and section-specific peer support to students enrolled in select classes. ULAs host weekly review sessions and drop-in tutoring, model effective learning strategies, and may attend class to reinforce material and coordinate with faculty.

Mandatory training is scheduled for January 8, 2027, and attendance is required to hold the position.

Qualifikationen

• This is an entry level position with little to no experience required; all training provided.
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at GW.
• GPA of at least 3.0 is preferred.
• B+ or better in the course to which they are assigned.
• Previous tutoring, teaching, customer service experience, and/or education coursework is a plus.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Aufgaben

• Host weekly review sessions and/or drop-in study sessions.
• Facilitate small group discussions and model effective learning strategies.
• Attend assigned class sessions to support and prepare students.
• Meet with faculty to review course material and plan sessions.
• Develop study guides or learning materials.
• Support student success in the course.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Education coursework

Ausbildung

Undergraduate student

GPA 3.0

B+ or better in course

Jobbeschreibung

Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.

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If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.

Position Title

Level of Support

Level of Support Student Support I

Position Type

Non-FWS

Number of Openings

10

Work Hours

During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm), After Standard Business Hours (M-F after 5pm), Weekends (Saturday-Sunday)

Wage Per Hour

18.40

Division/School

GW Libraries & Academic Innovation

Department Name

100034 STEM ACADEMY

Department Bio

Academic Commons (AC) is the one-stop shop for students and the GW community to connect with academic resources in Gelman Library and throughout the university. The Academic Commons Peer Tutoring Program offers tutoring support to a variety of courses primarily at the 1000 and 2000 levels across the curriculum. The courses most commonly tutored in the AC include, but are not limited to CHEM , ECON , MATH , and PHYS . The tutoring program is certified through the College Reading and Learning Association ( CRLA ) and offers high-quality support to students.

Position Specific Summary

The Undergraduate Learning Assistant ( ULA ) will provide course and/or section-specific support to students enrolled in select classes. Department-specific variations between the programs do occur, so the positions may require slightly different tasks, based on subject. ULAs will host weekly review sessions/drop-in tutoring sessions to actively engage students in learning course material. ULAs may also attend class to model effective learning strategies and promote weekly sessions. ULAs may be expected to meet with their faculty member to discuss plans for class and review sessions, in addition to time spent in class. Mandatory training for this position will be held on January 8, 2027. You must be able to attend the training in order to hold this position.

Standard Position Description

• The student will use specialized knowledge of a specific course or subject area to provide academic guidance and peer support to enrolled students.
• Tasks may include: Hosting weekly review sessions and/or drop-in study sessions; facilitating small group discussions; attending assigned class sessions to model effective learning strategies and promote support services; meeting with faculty to review course material and prepare for sessions; developing study guides or learning materials; and supporting student success in the course.
• Special projects or duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.

Professional Outcomes

Critical Thinking, Leadership, Professionalism

Required Qualifications

This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided. (Students working in an instructional capacity should be very familiar with the subject area in which they are working). Please refer to the preferred qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at GW
• GPA of at least 3.0
• B+ or better in the course to which they are assigned
• Previous tutoring, teaching, customer service experience, and/or education coursework (ex. GWTeach, CPED 6100W)
• Excellent communication and organization skills

Job Open Date

10/08/2026

Job Close Date

11/11/2026

Campus Location

Work Type Designation

In-Person

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action ( EEO /AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment–free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices. For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement .

The student employee will: Work with or have contact with minors. - Background check required.