Supplemental Instruction (SI) Peer Facilitator (Oconee) - Institutional Student Worker

Inside Higher Ed; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Supplemental Instruction (SI) Peer Facilitator to enhance learning through peer-assisted study sessions. The role is part-time and requires strong communication skills and enrollment in at least six credit hours at the University of North Georgia. Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have completed specific courses with a grade of A or B. The position offers an opportunity for leadership development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must have successfully completed (earned grade of A or B) specific courses.
• Cumulative GPA requirement.

Responsibilities

• Lead SI sessions twice a week using collaborative activities.
• Hold office hours and attend lectures.

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Proven competency in targeted content area

Education

Enrolled at the University of North Georgia with a minimum of six credit hours

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater

Completed targeted courses at UNG with a B or better

Job description

Supplemental Instruction (SI) Peer Facilitator (Oconee) - Institutional Student Worker

Job Title: Supplemental Instruction (SI) Peer Facilitator (Oconee) - Institutional Student Worker Location: UNG – Oconee Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 291583

Located in the fastest‑growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi‑campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students. 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. The university offers pathways from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program and is a federally designated senior military college with an 800‑member Corps of Cadets on its Dahlonega campus.

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for Supplemental Instruction (SI) Peer Facilitators on the Oconee campus. SI serves the UNG community by enhancing learning through peer‑assisted study sessions that promote critical thinking and improve academic performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead SI sessions twice a week for the assigned course using collaborative activities and active learning strategies.
• Hold office hours.
• Attend lectures with students to review course content, take notes, promote SI, and model good student behavior.
• Plan SI sessions, including creating agendas and preparing worksheets or other resources; participate in staff development such as orientation training, bi‑weekly meetings, observations of peer sessions, and meetings with supervisor and mentors. Facilitators gain leadership skills and training on the international SI model.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Undergraduate students must have proven competency in the targeted content area in which they are applying.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater.
• Completed targeted courses at UNG with a B or better.
• Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications may still be considered.
• Student applicants must have successfully completed (earned grade of A or B) one or more of the following courses (subject to change):
• ACCT 2101
• BIOL 1107K
• BIOL 2120K
• CHEM 1211
• CHEM 1212
• ENGL 1101
• ENGL 1102
• HIST 2111
• HIST 2112
• MATH 1111
• MATH 1113
• MATH 1450
• MATH 2040
• POLS 2401
• PSYC 1101

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia embodies the values of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These core values serve as the foundation for all that we do. More details are available in the USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative 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. Georgian law requires open records; UNG is a federal contractor and gives priority to 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.

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.