Part-Time Biobehavioral Health Student Center Learning Partner

Penn State University • University Park, PA

214d • $13 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking BBH students who are dedicated and student-focused to provide academic support and foster student engagement through evening drop-in sessions and scheduled appointments. The Learning Partner role is ideal for individuals passionate about providing academic support to their peers and community building within the BBH department.

Requirements

• Strong academic standing with a B or higher achieved in 2 or more of the courses supported by the BBH Student Center: BBH 301W, BBH 310, BBH 411W, BBH 440
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Interest in creating community and providing resources for peers in the BBH program
• Comfortable using Zoom and online scheduling tools (e.g., Starfish)
• Prior experience in peer tutoring, mentoring, or academic support is strongly preferred
• Experience or willingness to learn how to provide technical support for programs and applications commonly used in BBH courses such as SPSS
• Experience or willingness to learn how to use communication and design tools such as Group Me and Canva
• Experience or willingness to further develop tutoring skills by attending Study Smarter workshops and other development opportunities offered by the university or department

Responsibilities

• Host a minimum of one evening drop-in session per week with drop-in sessions being offered Sunday through Thursday in the BBH Student Center (BBH 232)
• Provide academic assistance, answer student questions, and offer guidance on assignments and course material for BBH courses, including: BBH 301W, BBH 310, BBH 411W, and/or BBH 440
• Offer up to 3 additional hours weekly for one-on-one Zoom appointments
• Review and provide feedback on assignments submitted to the shared inbox
• Create academic resources
• Run exam review sessions
• Plan and execute community-building initiatives
• Plan and execute events
• Conduct focus group research
• Support the peer mentoring program
• Communicate to BBH students through social media and other apps

Benefits

• $13.50/hour for a minimum of 3 hours/week and a maximum of 6 hours/week

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed