Learning Commons Graduate Assistant - Supplemental Instruction Program

Position Overview

The Learning Commons provides centralized academic support for University of Cincinnati students with one‑on‑one and small group tutoring in many disciplines, primarily at UC Clifton. This Graduate Assistant (GA) will support the Supplemental Instruction (SI) program, aiding the Academic Services Administrator in development, management, and long‑term planning.

• Coordination:
  Oversee scheduling and completion of staff observations, create and implement assessment rubrics, and train staff on applying rubrics and providing feedback.
• Training:
  Assist with training of Supplemental Instruction Leaders (SILs) and Coordinators, identify areas for additional or modified training, and develop training materials.
• Supervision:
  Assist with supervision of SILs and Coordinators, oversee new staff onboarding tasks, support employee professional development, perform observations, track coordinator responsibilities, and lead coaching conversations.
• Hiring:
  Assist with recruiting and hiring efforts, including interviews.
• Community building:
  Assist with projects designed to foster community in the SI program, such as student recognition, workshops, and events.
• Administrative support:
  Assist with staff task tracking, timekeeping, weekly communications, Canvas updates, organization of SI session content library, program improvement projects and initiatives, and other tasks as necessary.
• General office support:
  Schedule in‑person hours during all Learning Commons open times (Monday–Thursday 8:00 am–8:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm). Assist with additional office responsibilities such as opening, closing, on‑call shifts, focus group facilitation, and Learning Commons presentations as needed.
• Collaborate with supervisor by providing work updates in regular meetings.
• Other duties as assigned or based on identified interests of successful candidate.

Hours: 10‑hour per week appointment.
Duration: One calendar year (July 2026–July 2027) with option to continue into the subsequent academic year.
Pay: $9,000 stipend; paid separately for time worked during university breaks if required.
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Required Training: Campuses systems, policies, and procedures required for understanding the Learning Commons. Includes:

• Campus and Classroom Scheduling policies (25
  
  Live)
• Internal data management tools and reports (Trac Cloud and point system)
• Current scheduling practices (Qualtrics, Microsoft Forms, MS Excel, Microsoft Power Automate)
• Learning Commons student staff training (Canvas, MS PowerPoint)
• Other required University trainings as assigned

Registered for at least twelve graduate credit hours each quarter of the academic year. Must be in good standing with degree programs (3.0+ GPA and adequate progress). Must meet the eligibility criteria published by the Graduate School and graduate programs.

• Ability to work independently according to given guidelines.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal communication.
• Reliable schedule.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Zoom, and MS Teams.
• Willingness to learn new technical skills.

• Background in biology, chemistry, physics, medical sciences, or political science field.
• Understanding of active learning and high‑impact practices in education.
• Understanding of academic support programs.
• Interest and awareness of issues in higher education, including retention and degree completion, student development theory, and campus engagement.
• Past experience working in the Learning Commons or other student support services.

UC is an E‑Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by submitting acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I‑9 process.
As a UC student employee of an Ohio public institution, you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than Medicare contributions.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.