About the role
Title: College of Health Sciences Student Learning Assistant
Position Type: Student
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 24R000 - College of Health Sciences
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
Schedule Type: Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)
Posted Salary Grade: Minimum $8.00 per hour
Contact Person: Dr. Michelyn Bhandari
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Center for Retention, Progression, and Graduation in the College of Health Sciences at Eastern Kentucky University seeks to hire learning assistants. The learning assistants will support student learning in all areas of CHS, with greatest area of need in nursing and/or occupational science/therapy. Each learning assistant will work with the individuals' instructor, department chair, and/or college personnel to facilitate learning experiences. Specific duties will vary based on the course, the learning assistant's area of expertise, and the students' learning needs. Learning assistants work on campus with students one-on-one and in small groups and may also facilitate workshops on problem-solving strategies, study skills, exam preparation, and related topics. Additional duties will include active participation in weekly staff meetings and/or professional development workshops. Work hours may vary and are dependent upon learning assistant's class schedule and availability. Must have an overall GPA of 3.0 to be qualified.
Minimum Qualifications
- Applicants must be a full-time student at EKU.
- Completed at least one Essential Education course in quantitative reasoning or natural sciences.
- Be in good academic standing with the University.
Preferred Qualifications
- Nursing and/or occupational science majors preferred and must be admitted to the program of study.
Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions: Must provide contact information for at least 2 academic references from your area of interest (for example a professor, academic advisor, mentor, current/past EKU supervisor if you have worked on campus ).
EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.