Student Peer Instructor

Overview

The Office of Professional & Career Development (OPCD) is seeking to hire highly motivated and hardworking College of Businessundergraduate students for Peer Instructor positions to assist with the Professional Development courses (BUSI 1010, 2010, 3010/3810, 4010).

The position works for the instructor assigned to each BUSI class section along with a team of Peer Instructors on class

administration, attendance/grading, and other BUSI curriculum/OPCD duties as assigned.

• Provide general course support for 1-2 class sections of BUSI 1010, 2010, 3010/3810, 4010 to include attending all assigned class sessions; taking attendance; copying/distributing handouts and forms; grading assignments under supervision; answering questions/providing information to students; making class announcements; completing assigned repetitive tasks and projects with deadlines; and other general office duties as needed.

• Attend BUSI 1010, 2010, 3010/3810, 4010 Peer Instructor training sessions and meetings, as required, to learn the duties and responsibilities of the position and to adapt to changes as needed.

• Hold an office hour in the OPCD once a week for the duration of the semester, typically during regular operating days/times.

• Required to possess and maintain an Overall and MajorGPAof 2.5 or higher.
• Currently enrolled as an Auburn University undergraduate student in the College of Business, and if selected, must maintain status as a College of Business major.
• Previously taken and passed BUSI 1010, BUSI 2010, BUSI 3010/3810 or BUSI 4010 with a B or above.

Cover Letter and Resume Required.

• Basic Excel Skills are required; knowledge of Google-Docs and of Canvas.
• Commitment to work up to 15 hours per week and commitment to attend all staff meetings and trainings.
• Professional dress and demeanor.
• Flexibility in scheduling.
• Reliability and the ability to work independently and as a member of a team are essential.
• Required to be able to take feedback, and to be directed by other students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to understand professional boundaries.
• Organization skills are critical, as are the ability to work independently and to take initiative.
• Communication (including email etiquette) and customer service skills are required.
• Ability to consult other students on resumes and/or cover letters.

Why should YOU
consider student employment at Auburn University?

• Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
• Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
• Make a difference!Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU
  are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.

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