Supplemental InstructionPeer Facilitator - Federal Work Study

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a federal work study student in the Supplemental Instruction department on the Gainesville campus. Supplemental Instruction (SI) aims to serve the UNG community by going beyond learning to studying intelligently and succeeding academically. We believe in offering an equal opportunity for students to learn, grow, and define academic success. We accomplish this by providing a fun, inclusive, and collaborative environment through peer-assisted study sessions for all students in the course. Students who attend SI sessions are guided by the SI facilitator to think critically, while on average earning half a letter grade higher than non-participants.

Responsibilities

• Leading SI sessions two times per week for the assigned course using collaborative activities and active learning strategies;
• Holding office hours;
• Attending lectures with students to relearn course content, take notes, promote SI, and role model good student behavior;
• Planning for SI sessions, including : creating an agenda and preparing worksheets or other resources; and staff development, including : 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.

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USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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 on-line at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

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