Supplemental Instruction Mentor (Part-Time)

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia is seeking a part-time Supplemental Instruction Mentor to support students through the SI program at the Gainesville campus. The mentor works with the Director and Coordinator to maintain SI activities and may cover evening or weekend shifts.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (associate's preferred) and at least one year of SI experience, plus strong communication and teamwork skills; proficiency with MS Office is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
• One year experience in Supplemental Instruction required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct observations and provide feedback for SI facilitators and mentors.
• Serve as a liaison between SI administration and committee leads for communications.
• Assist Director in mentoring and coaching SI leadership team.
• Create meeting agendas for weekly mentor meetings.
• Assist Director in developing observation and debrief processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Active listening

Relationship building

Time management

Education

High School diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Supplemental Instruction Mentor (Part-Time)

Location: UNG - Gainesville

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 302883

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently in search of a part-time senior mentor for the Supplemental Instruction program. A department of University College, Supplemental Instruction is responsible for providing academic assistance to students in courses identified as posing critical challenges for students as evidenced by the higher DWFs received across multiple campuses. The part-time mentor will collaborate with the Director of Supplemental Instruction, the Assistant Director of Supplemental Instruction, and the Coordinator of Supplemental Instruction to maintain the Supplemental Instruction program at the University of North Georgia. This position requires occasional evening and weekend responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct observations and provide written/verbal feedback for the SI facilitators and facilitating mentors.
• Serve as a liaison between the SI administration and the internal committee co-leads to ensure effective communications related to marketing, resources, leadership, community building, and recruitment areas of focus.
• Assist Director in the mentorship and coaching of mentors on the SI leadership team.
• Create meeting agendas for weekly mentor meetings.
• Assist Director in developing observation and debrief processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as, effective listening skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain excellent and effective working relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision, to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma; Associate's preferred
• One year experience in Supplemental Instruction required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with UNG Connect and Banner systems, preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office- Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume, and Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affidavit Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced