Student Academic Assistant I _Non-FWS

1 week ago


Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time
Position Details

Position Information

Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.

Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.

If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.

Position Title
Student Academic Assistant I _Non-FWS

Level of Support
Student Support I

Position Type
Non-FWS

Number of Openings
10

Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm), After Standard Business Hours (M-F after 5pm), Weekends (Saturday-Sunday)

Wage Per Hour
17.50

Division/School
GW Libraries & Academic Innovation

Department Name
100034 STEM ACADEMY

Department Bio

Academic Commons is the one-stop shop for students to connect and engage with academic resources. Academic Commons offers peer tutoring, course review sessions, data consultations, academic skills workshops, and more. Student employees in Academic Commons are responsible for providing and/or connecting students to these resources with a high-level of customer service. For more information, review the job descriptions posted at go.gwu.edu/WorkatAC.

Position Specific Summary

The Undergraduate Learning Assistant (ULA) will provide course and/or section-specific support to students enrolled in select classes. Department-specific variations between the programs do occur, so the positions may require slightly different tasks, based on subject. Learning assistants can be assigned to any one of the following courses: BISC 1111, CHEM 1110, CHEM 1111, CHEM 1112, ECON 1001, ECON 1011, ECON 1012, PHYS 1011, PHYS 1012, PHYS 1021, PHYS 1022, and PHYS 1026. Please note that other departments may be hiring ULAs outside of the subjects listed here. ULAs will host weekly review sessions/drop-in tutoring sessions to actively engage students in learning course material. ULAs may also attend class to model effective learning strategies and promote weekly sessions. ULAs may be expected to meet with their faculty member to discuss plans for class and review sessions, in addition to time spent in class.

Standard Position Description

The student will assist in supporting courses, administrative academic functions, and student success in the relevant course or subject area. Tasks may include: Checking class attendance and participation, grading assignments, taking notes during class, supporting student success in the class, and preparation of course materials. Special projects or duties may be assigned related to specific office needs.

*Graduate students performing teaching functions or supporting courses with student interaction must be hired through the Office of Graduate Student Assistantships and Fellowships.

Professional Outcomes
Critical Thinking, Leadership, Professionalism

Required Qualifications

This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided (Students working in an instructional capacity should be very familiar with the subject area in which they are working).

Preferred Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at GW
  • GPA of at least 3.0
  • B+ or better in the course to which they are assigned
  • Previous tutoring, teaching, customer service experience, and/or education coursework (ex. GWTeach, CPED 6100W)
  • Excellent communication and organization skills

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date
11/12/2024

Job Close Date
12/13/2024

Campus Location
Foggy Bottom

Work Type Designation
In-Person

Report to Manager Name
Samantha Weiss

Hiring Manager Name
Kevin Knudsen, Samantha Weiss

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Background Check

The student employee will:
Work with or have contact with minors. - Background check required.Learn More

  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...


  • Washington, United States GW Student Employment Center for Career Services Full time

    Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that...