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Job ID 70484
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study
Employer Science Learning Center
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

To be considered, please complete a Facilitator Application at https://lsa.umich.edu/slc/study-groups/become-a-facilitator.htmlApplications submitted through the Student Employment Office website will not be considered. Gain experience facilitating a science or honors calculus study group for undergraduate introductory science and honors calculus courses. Supported courses vary by term but currently includes the following: Bio 171, Bio 172, Bio 225, Bio 305, Chem 130, Chem 210, Chem 215, Chem 215HH, Chem 230, Chem 260/261, Chem 351, MCDB 310, MCDB 322, Math 156, Phys 140, Phys 150, Phys 240, Phys 250. Groups meet once a week for two hours. Study group facilitators will be responsible for facilitating groups of 8-13 students as they work collaboratively to learn course material. Training in facilitation techniques will be provided.

Educational Value

Student will gain experience in facilitating small groups, develop effective interpersonal communication skills, and reinforce learning in the sciences. Many students find this position helpful for graduate and professional school entrance exams (i.e. GRE, MCAT, PCAT, etc) and for learning skills and techniques utilizable in education placements.

Job Requirements

Applicants must be a current undergraduate at UM during time of employment. Applicants must have successfully completed the course they will be leading at UM with a grade of B+ or higher, possess effective communication skills that allow them to work with small groups and explain difficult concepts, and the ability to follow through on administrative tasks. Hiring and training only occurs at the start of Fall and Winter terms. Once trained, Facilitator openings are available for all terms.

Hourly Rate $16.00/hour
Hours 2.0 to 6.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date Beginning of term
End Date End of term
Primary Contact Kelley Emerson
Primary Contact's Email pke@umich.edu
Supervisor Kelley Emerson
Work Location 1720 Chemistry
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Fax N/A