Academic Support Graduate Assistant – Tutoring Program (Two Open Positions)

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Academic Term (Fixed Term)


Work Shift:
Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Academic Peer Coaches and Course Specific Tutors

Department’s Website:

https://success.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:
The Student Success Center Academic Support Graduate Assistant for the Tutoring Program conducts program-related research including data collection, analysis, and reporting to assist with the development of system improvements and helps with the preparation, coding, and analysis of semester surveys. The GA supports the program coordinator with daily program operation and supervision of student employees, developing and delivering content for training and classroom presentations, and facilitating the observation of student employees working in the program to provide feedback periodically. Additional projects may be assigned as needed.
This position begins on 5/13/2024 and is a 12-month appointment. 12-month graduate assistants must enroll in at least three credit hours during the summer.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• Enrollment in a University of Arkansas graduate (Master’s, Integrated Master’s, or PhD) program of study  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• At least one semester’s experience teaching or working in an academic support setting such as tutoring services, a supplemental instruction program, peer academic coaching, and/or writing instruction

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, draw conclusions, and present findings to multiple stakeholders 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): 

• Knowledge of academic support programs such as tutoring, supplemental instruction, peer academic coaching, and/or writing instruction  

• Skilled in interpersonal communication   

• Skilled in time management and organization 

• Skilled in Excel, Blackboard, Zoom, Office 365 (OneDrive, Forms, Teams)   

• Must be available to work during regular business hours, some evenings and weekends

• Ability to work effectively in teams and independently with limited supervision 

• Ability to problem solve and think critically  

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$17,000 for Master’s students, $19,096 for MFA/Doctoral students

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Caroline Beringer, Tutoring Program Coordinator, [email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Feeling, Grasping, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting

Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:
Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Benefits Eligible:
No