Student Hourly Senior SI Leader

University of Kansas•Lawrence, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KU’s Wingspan: Center for Learning and Writing Support offers collaborative academic support through programs including Supplemental Instruction (SI), Tutoring Services, Peer Academic Coaching, and Writing Center Services. Wingspan is part of the University Academic Support Centers (UASC), a department within Academic Affairs that supports students’ academic success and holistic development. The Senior SI Leader is an experienced SI Leader who supports the Supplemental Instruction Manager with the training, mentoring, support, and observation of peer SI Leaders. The role promotes leadership and collaboration within the SI program through professional development meetings, feedback on planning sheets, session observations, and guidance on effective facilitation. The Senior SI Leader also supports one specific course by leading engaging, collaborative study sessions and attending all lectures for that course. Senior SI Leaders must attend training before the semester begins and assist with multi-day SI Leader training. The position requires 12–15 hours per week throughout the Spring 2027 semester, excluding academic breaks, including availability for afternoon and evening sessions, meetings, and observations. During the appointment term, student employees must be enrolled in at least six credit hours. Student employees may be undergraduate or graduate students. The position is hourly and non-exempt, and student employees are generally not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved.

Requirements

Have worked as an SI Leader in Wingspan: Center for Learning and Writing Support for at least one semester.
Earned at least a B in the selected class.
Be available to work 12–15 hours per week, including afternoons and evenings for sessions, meetings, and observations.
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to provide constructive feedback, as demonstrated in application materials.
Have experience mentoring or training peers, as demonstrated in application materials.
Have leadership experience in student organizations, clubs, or teams, as indicated in application materials.
Be able to manage multiple priorities, as demonstrated in application materials.
Have experience observing and evaluating teaching or learning, as indicated in application materials.
Attend at least six credit hours during the semester term of the appointment. For summer appointments, meet one of the listed enrollment or admission conditions: have been enrolled in at least six hours in the prior spring semester, be pre-enrolled in at least six hours for the upcoming fall semester, be enrolled in summer session, or be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester.
Submit a resume/CV with the online application; incomplete applications will not be considered.

Responsibilities

Plan and lead structured, interactive Supplemental Instruction study sessions that encourage student participation.
Develop practice problems, discussion questions, study guides, and other instructional materials for SI sessions.
Attend all lectures for the designated course each week and stay familiar with its homework, exams, and assignments.
Mentor new and returning SI Leaders by sharing facilitation techniques and helping them address challenges.
Offer guidance on session planning, student engagement, and classroom dynamics during biweekly staff meetings and as needed.
Attend and observe other SI Leaders’ sessions and provide constructive feedback on facilitation, student engagement, and classroom management.
Communicate regularly with faculty about upcoming exams, quizzes, and areas of student concern.
Communicate with the SI Manager about student needs, SI Leader performance, and program updates.
Attend biweekly meetings with the SI Manager and assist with required SI Leader trainings and meetings.
Promote SI sessions through class announcements, emails, or other communication tools.
Provide feedback on SI Leader planning sheets and facilitate biweekly professional development staff meetings.