Supplemental Instruction Leader (SIL)

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University invites applications for an Academic Support Aide in the ARMAS Center on the Las Vegas, NM campus. The SILs will conduct SI sessions, attend lecture sections, and report on lessons and attendance while coordinating with the course professor and SIL Coordinator weekly.

The position requires a enrolled NMHU student with at least one year of college completed, a 3.0+ GPA, and the ability to commit 20 hours per week plus ongoing training and orientation.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled NMHU student with 1 year or more of college completed.
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Must have received a B or better in the course applying for, preferably at NMHU.

Responsibilities

• Conducting SI sessions for assigned class (3 sessions / week).
• Providing reports detailing lesson planning, student attendance, and other data.
• Attending lecture section of course and meeting with the course professor weekly.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

20 hours per week

Weekly meetings

Mandatory orientation

Education

One year of college completed

GPA 3.0 or above

B or better in course applying

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The Highlands Career Services Center, located in the Felix Martinez Building, Room 230, provides assistance with your on-campus job application, cover letter, resume, interviewing strategies, as well as offer suggestions on student jobs that are related to your academic major, career interests, and skills. The Career Center offers free services to all NMHU students and alumni via in-person, online at www.nmhu.edu/careerservices , or by calling [phone] or emailing [e-mail]. to schedule a phone session or Zoom video conferencing session.

NMHU Student Jobs

A part-time job on-campus offers a great way for you to earn money to help pay for school as well as to get a jump start on your career track. Student employment allows you to acquire work experience, transferable job skills, self-confidence, and develop a network of professional contacts for your future career. On-campus jobs include departmental, federal/state work-study, and graduate assistantships (GA) in non-academic departments. Keep in mind that each department makes their own hiring decisions, therefore students are not placed in a job or guaranteed a job.

Position Information

Position Title

Academic Support Aide

Department

ARMAS

Department Summary

The Achieving in Research, Math, and Science ( ARMAS ) education center provides academic support to all NMHU students, with special emphasis on those taking Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math ( STEM ) related courses.
This is largely a student-run organization, who provide peer mentoring/tutoring and supplemental instruction.
The center also provides study space, printing and copying services, and is a place for social interaction.

General Job Description

SILs are responsible for:
1) Conducting SI sessions for their assigned class (3 sessions / week)
2) Providing reports detailing lesson planning, student attendance, and other data
3) Attending lecture section of course
4) Meeting with the course professor (1 hour / weekly)
5) Holding office hours (6 hours / week)
6) Possible front desk duty and event planning (as needed)
7) Some SILs may have additional mentoring duties
8) Meeting weekly with SIL Coordinator (1 hour)

Specific Duties

SILs act as mentors to NMHU students and as role models to fellow employees at the ARMAS Center. While most of an SIL’s daily work will be centered around providing direct support to students, SILs are expected to support ARMAS center staff and student employees as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled NMHU student, with 1 year or more of college completed.
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Must have received a B or better (final grade) in the course applying for, preferably at NMHU .
• Demonstrate good interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to commit 20 hours per week to the job and attend weekly meetings and training sessions.
• Must commit to attend / work for the NE Regional Science Fair March 1, 2, 3, 2024.
• MUST BE AVAILABLE TO ATTEND MANDATORY ARMAS EMPLOYEE ORIENTATION ON AUGUST 12, 2023.

Physical Demands

• Lifting a minimum of 30 pounds – Occasionally
• Standing – Frequently
• Walking – Frequently
• Bending – Frequently
• Squatting – Frequently
• Climbing – Occasionally
• Kneeling – Frequently
• Repetitive hand motion – Frequently
• Sitting – Frequently
• Prolonged use of computer – Frequently

Hourly Rate

Hourly Rate $13.00/ Hour

Preferred Work Schedule

Employment Term

Employment Term Fall - 2023, Spring - 2024

Work Location/Campus Center

Las Vegas, NM Campus

Special Instructions Summary

The Highlands Career Services Center, located in the Felix Martinez Building, Room 230, provides assistance with your on-campus job application, cover letter, resume, interviewing strategies, as well as offer suggestions on student jobs that are related to your academic major, career interests, and skills. The Career Center offers free services to all NMHU students and alumni via in-person, online at www.nmhu.edu/careerservices , or by calling [phone] or emailing [e-mail]. to schedule a phone session or Zoom video conferencing session.

EEO Statement

New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identiy, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessiblity, excellence, and responsiveness. For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or email [e-mail]

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you a current student of NMHU?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/ Letter of Interest
• Current FAFSA

Optional Documents

• Letter(s) of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of Three Professional References with Name, Address and E-Mail