Course Support GSI

Course Support GSI

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Job Summary

GSI Position Description

The Graduate Student Instructor (GSI), supports the ALA 108: STEM Success.

This is a limited availability position with a preference for LSA graduate students.

Supervision: WISE RP Director/Faculty Instructor

Responsibilities

• GSI Duties/Expectations The duties and responsibilities for this position are inclusive of, but not limited to:
• Participate in GSI training during the summer with the WISE RP Director
• Support Director with class preparation for terms they serve as GSI
• Attend all sections of ALA courses being offered
• Meet weekly with ALA instructor/Director to prepare for class sessions
• Design and facilitate select class sessions
• Review & Grade assignments
• Hold office hours in Mosher-Jordan Hall and virtually as needed
• Other duties as assigned

As the Graduate Student Instructor, you will gain experience in or exposure to the following areas:

• Academic Program Management

• Curriculum Development or Support

• Faculty Support

• Focus on Inclusive teaching and student support

• Living-Learning Community/Housing

• Teaching/Group Facilitation

• Advising (Student advising of non-academic issues)

• Focus on STEM related policy and social impact

• Public Speaking

• Advising (Academic advising)

• Alumni Relationship-Building

• Assessment/Program Evaluation

• Career Services

• Crisis Management

• Event Planning

• Service Learning/Civic Engagement

• Student Activities/ Co-Curricular Programming

• Additional

Responsibilities

• Attend select WISE RP co-curricular programs as they relate to ALA course material. Meet with the supervisor once per week. Attend WISE RP staff meetings as necessary/requested by the Director.

• Required Qualifications

• To be considered, candidates must be enrolled and in good standing in an LSA graduate program. Suitable candidates will have research experience. They will also be able to work with students from all disciplinary backgrounds, provide written feedback to students, and support students throughout the semester.

• Desired Qualifications

• Working as part of a close-knit team, the GSI will be encouraged to offer ideas and suggestions that would contribute to the development of the WISE RP. Because the WISE RP is primarily a first-year transitional program for students in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), knowledge of college transitional issues, student development theory, and issues facing gender-minoritized students in STEM would be beneficial. A desire to work closely with traditional-aged college students in a residence hall setting is a must. The ability to take initiative and work autonomously is required. Alumni of the WISE RP and/or individuals with experience engaging with STEM living and learning communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Course Description

• ALA 108 Course Description (Winter Semester): ALA 108 is a required 1-credit course for all first-year students enrolled in the WISE RP. It is the second sequence of theWISE RP curricular experience. ALA 108 is designed to empower students by fostering key skills for personal and professional growth while supporting one of WISE RP's core tenets: Cultivating Critical Leadership. Through interactive lectures, hands-on activities, and collaborative projects, students will explore topics critical to success in STEM fields, including communication, creativity, cultural competency, empathy, entrepreneurial mindset, ethics, grit, leadership, lifelong learning, risk management, systems thinking, and teamwork. The course aims to create a supportive environment where students develop foundational skills while addressing challenges specific to the STEM Industries. This course will assist students in continued self-definition, finding their voice as leaders broadly and within STEM environments, and discover resources and approaches to accomplish their goals.

• Course Schedule (GSI must be able to attend all three class sections.)

• Wednesdays: 1-2pm (Section 001)

• Thursdays: 1-2pm (Section 002), 3-4pm (Section 003)

• Modes of Work

• Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

• Work Schedule

• Work Hours: The GSI will be expected to work 20 hours/week per academic term. GSI appointments are on a per term basis with reappointment eligibility based on performance.

• Contact Information

• Please direct all questions to the Women in Science and Engineering Residence Program or Director.

• Decision Making Process

• The faculty instructor will review all applications and interview suitable candidates prior to making a final decision.

• Desired Timeline: WISE-RP will make reasonable efforts to extend offers to successful applicants within a month of the posting being closed. Offers will typically be extended at least twenty-one (21) calendar days prior to the start of employment.

• Selection Process

• Complete applications received by the due date will be reviewed by the hiring committee.

• GEO Contract Information

• The University will not discriminate against any appl