SI Leader Job Description

SI Leader Employment Application

What is Supplemental Instruction?

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is an academic support program utilizing peer-assisted study sessions to assist students with historically difficult courses. SI sessions are an opportunity for students to work together with other classmates to compare notes, discuss readings, ask questions, develop organizational tools, and prepare for examinations.

What are the SI Leaders' responsibilities?

SI Leaders are undergraduate students responsible for leading four, 50-minute study sessions per week for a designated course. SI Leaders attend course lectures, take notes, plan and facilitate SI sessions. The main responsibility of the SI Leader is to help students learn how to learn the course content by incorporating study skills into the SI sessions. SI Leaders are required to attend training sessions, maintain attendance records and accept and implement suggestions from SI supervisors.

What are the benefits of being an SI Leader?

• Further develop own study skills to the most efficient level.
• Discover ways to help others learn how to learn better. This is excellent experience for future teachers and parents.
• Gain valuable skills such as leadership, communication, and group facilitation. These skills are desired by most employers.
• See your impact on students as they earn better grades, develop more positive attitudes, build confidence, and become more independent learners.
• Enhance chances of winning assistantships in graduate school.

Minimum Criteria Needed to Apply

• Must be an undergraduate student who has previously taken specific course (Preference for sophomores/juniors/seniors)
• Received a B+ or an A in the course
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Must be willing to commit 10 hours per week for about 15 weeks per semester
• Must attend all SI meetings and training sessions
• Preference will be given to those who: 1) have earned an "A" in the course, 2) are willing to limit their schedule to about 12 credit hours per semester, and 3) are available for more that 1 year.

How can I apply to be an SI Leader?

To apply to be an SI Leader, submit your application packet to the Student Academic Resource Center (SARC), Phillips Hall 113 and set up an appointment for an interview with Ana Mack, SI Coordinator, as soon as possible by calling 407-823-5130.

SI LEADER EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION