Peer Educator - Aleshire Center (FWS)

Washburn University • Topeka, KS

4d • $11 • Onsite

About The Position

A Peer Educator is a highly responsible, motivated student who helps fellow students succeed and serves as a mentor. The role works with course faculty and Aleshire Center staff to assist with course facilitation and provide general assistance to the faculty member. Four positions are available across four different classes; successful applicants are assigned to one course for the duration of the semester. Peer Educators must attend their assigned class for its full duration and work in the Aleshire Center student office for up to three hours per week, including a one-hour planning meeting with the instructor(s).

Requirements

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student at Washburn University.
• Must be in good academic standing and have completed one or more of the listed courses with a GPA of 3.0 or higher: LE100/HN202: Exploring Concepts of Leadership; LE200/HN201: Ethical Responsibilities of Leadership; or CE250/HN202/KS399: Intro. to Community Studies.
• Must be declared as a Community Studies Minor or a Leadership Studies Minor/Certificate.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be available for the full duration of the assigned course: LE100A Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–10:45 a.m.; LE200 Monday and Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.–2:15 p.m.; or CE250 Tuesday and Thursday, 1:00–2:15 p.m.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of prominent computer programs such as Word and Canva.
• Familiarity with APA format.
• Demonstrated involvement on campus or in the community, such as student organizations, intramurals, activities, programming, or volunteering.
• Knowledge of the Aleshire Center for Leadership and Community Engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with facilitating discussions and activities during the semester, in and outside the classroom, including attending class.
• Collaborate with course instructor(s) and guest speakers and meet weekly with instructor(s).
• Provide peer support and respond to course students’ questions.
• Act as a role model and resource for students.
• Help students build academic and social skills and abilities to support their success at Washburn.
• Complete tasks as needed for the specific Peer Educator role.
• Work in the Aleshire Center student office for up to three hours per week, including a one-hour planning meeting with instructor(s).
• Facilitate group interactions, class community, and team success in group projects and activities.
• Perform additional job-related or non-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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