Hourly Pooled - Library Aide: Library Coach (Peer Mentor), UW Libraries
About The Position
The Research & Outreach Services Department (ROS) at UW Libraries is looking for enthusiastic, motivated students to join our Library Coach Team at Coe Library! As a Library Coach, you will be trained to support fellow students through one-on-one research help, assist librarians with classroom instruction, and contribute to the creation of helpful learning resources-----like tutorials, research guides, and social media content. This is a hands-on opportunity to develop your communication, tech, and leadership skills while making a real difference in the academic success of your peers. Staring rate $12.00/hour. Pay raise to $12.35 after successful completion of the first semester of employment.
Requirements
- Current UW student with at least two semesters completed at UW by Spring 2026.
- Completion of ENGL 1010 or similar research-focused course by Spring 2026.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Comfortable working with students from diverse backgrounds.
Nice To Haves
- Previous customer service, mentoring, or peer support experience.
- Experience using Canva or video software for educational (tutorials) or promotional content (social media).
- Strong independent work ethic and ability to collaborate in team settings.
- Interest in or experience with academic research.
- Enthusiasm for promoting campus events, services, and resources.
Responsibilities
- Use Canva and other multimedia tools to create library tutorials, guides, and social media content.
- Support librarians with classroom instruction and student learning workshops.
- Help plan and staff outreach events, tours, and other engagement efforts.
- Answer library and research questions during scheduled coaching appointments.
- Collaborate on special projects like the Personal Librarian Program, research guides, or assessment work.
- Edit and improve online learning materials with a focus on accessibility and clarity.
- Participate in ongoing training to develop research and information literacy skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
