Peer Learning Assistant - Chemistry (Spring)

University of Oklahoma • Norman, OK

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About The Position

Peer Learning Assistants (PLAs) provide academic assistance to students enrolled in a range of target courses, including introductory, upper-division, and instructor-managed sessions. They prepare for and staff weekly small-group tutoring sessions held in person and/or online.

PLAs help maintain attendance records, facilitate study skills consultations, and communicate with course instructors about course materials and session promotion. They regularly report progress to the Student Learning Center Director and the SLC Lead Team.

At the start of each semester, PLAs must attend New Member Onboarding / Basic CRLA Training before classes begin, scheduled based on student availability, and a CRLA Training Conference, held on the last Friday of each month. The role requires a minimum average commitment of 4 hours per week, with opportunities for additional hours. Candidates should have a welcoming and inviting attitude, be committed to fostering an inclusive environment, and be willing to perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in the Spring 2027 Term at the University of Oklahoma; hiring is contingent upon verification of current student status.
• Must have completed a minimum of 12 undergraduate hours as an OU Norman Campus student.
• Must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Must have earned at least a B in the course(s) to be tutored and taken the course at the University of Oklahoma. AP credit and/or professor recommendations may substitute for having taken the course; for languages, native-speaker status may qualify in lieu of having taken the course.
• Relevant courses include CHEM 1315, CHEM 1415, CHEM 3053, CHEM 3153, CHEM 3653, CHEM 3753, and any PSY courses.
• Must provide the name and contact information of at least one OU faculty or staff member who can serve as a reference.
• Effective communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must demonstrate a welcoming and inviting attitude and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.
• Must complete applicable pre-employment and onboarding requirements, including Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification and Loyalty Oath, before the start date.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher.
• Earned an A in the courses of interest.
• Awarded Work Study.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and staff weekly small-group tutoring sessions, held in person and/or online.
• Help maintain attendance records.
• Facilitate study skills consultations.
• Communicate with course instructors regarding course materials and session promotion.
• Regularly report progress to the Student Learning Center Director and the SLC Lead Team.
• Attend required onboarding and CRLA training sessions at the start of each semester.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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