Peer Learning Assistant – Chemistry; Fall

Pay Range:Targeted salary of $13/hour, based on experience.

Benefits Eligible:No

Work Schedule:Possible shifts Sunday - Friday, 10am - 10pm

Travel:May be required

Position Introduction:

Peer Learning Assistants (PLAs) provide academic assistance for students enrolled in a range of target courses, including introductory, upper‑division, and instructor‑managed sessions. PLAs are responsible for preparing for and staffing weekly small‑group tutoring sessions, held in‑person and/or online. In this role, PLAs help maintain attendance records, facilitate study skills consultations, and communicate with course instructors regarding course materials and session promotion.

PLAs also regularly report progress to the Student Learning Center Director and the SLC Lead Team.

PLAs are required to attend the following training sessions at the start of each semester:

• New Member Onboarding / Basic CRLA Training — Prior to the start of classes (scheduled based on student availability)
• CRLA Training Conference — Once per month on the last Friday (date TBA)

PLAs should expect a minimum average commitment of 4 hours per week
, with opportunities for additional hours. Candidates must demonstrate a welcoming and inviting attitude, a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, and a willingness to perform other related duties as assigned.

Required

Education and Experience:

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in the Fall 2026 Term at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
• Please provide the name and contact information for at least one OU faculty or staff member who can serve as a reference.
• Must have completed a minimum of 12 undergraduate hours as an OU Norman Campus student.
• Must have a minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA, have earned at least a "B" in the course(s) that will be tutored, and have taken the course at University of Oklahoma. AP credit and/or professor recommendations can substitute for having taken the course, or in the case of languages being a native speaker would qualify in lieu of having taken the course.
• Specific Courses: CHEM 1315, CHEM 1415, CHEM 3053, CHEM 3153, CHEM 3653, CHEM 3753, and any PSY courses.

Skills:

• Effective Communication Skills
• Basic Computer Skills

Department Preferences:

• Minimum 3.5 Cumulative GPA or higher
• Earned an "A" in the courses of interest
• Awarded Work Study

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: No