Hiring Group: All Students 

Anticipated Start Date: January 4, 2027

Estimated Pay: $15.00 per hour 

Number of Jobs Available: 4

Schedule: Varies, approximately 10 hours per week

Location: English Language Institute, 108 E. Main Street

About the department / center:

The English Language Institute (ELI) at the University of Delaware is a leader in the field of English as a Second Language, offering a variety of programs to a diverse population of students. In addition to its regularly scheduled courses, the ELI provides customized programs for university students, professionals, English teachers, and university faculty and staff. These specialized programs require individuals with experience working with a diverse international student population to assist staff and faculty with the planning and delivery of cultural activities for program participants.

Role Description:

This role is open to current graduate or undergraduate students. The English Language Institute is seeking, responsible, motivated students to work as Program Assistants for short-term language programs. A Program Assistant plays a crucial role in the success of short-term programs by assisting in coordinating and facilitating cultural activities. Under the direct supervision of the Program Coordinator, the Program Assistant will provide an enriching cultural experience for program participants.

Primary Responsibilities:

Communications

• Maintain regular communication with the Program Coordinator.

• Review the schedule of availability and program calendar prior to the start of the program.

• Update the Program Coordinator and ELI administrators on any issues or concerns.

• Communicate any changes in activities to the Program Coordinator, participants, and (if necessary) ELI administrators.

Activity Coordination

• Assist with planning and execution of regularly scheduled cultural activities for program participants.

• Assist participants in checking in/out of housing.

• Identify new activities for participants.

• Reschedule activities in instances of inclement weather and maintain a plan for alternative activities.

• Communicate changes as needed to participants, the Program Coordinator, and ELI administration.

• Purchase and prepare supplies for activities.

• Encourage participants to engage fully and communicate in English during activities.

• Escort students on scheduled trips, as needed.

• Assist with planning and delivery of the End of Program Ceremony 

Participant Communications

• In consultation with the Program Coordinator, communicate with participants using a preferred platform.

Administrative Tasks

• Utilize Google Drive to access the program calendar and stay updated with the program schedule.

• Maintain an accurate timesheet of hours worked.

• Use Google Drive to back up the spreadsheet of hours.

Qualifications

• Experience working with international students and/or scholars, for example as a summer camp counselor, ELI mentor, World Scholar, American Host Partner, or other relevant experience

• Ability to self-manage schedule and communicate scheduling issues to the supervisor with adequate advance notice

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with staff and multilingual students and scholars.

• Proficiency with Google Drive (Docs and Sheets)

• Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for international students and scholars

Hiring Timeline

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and must be received no later than December 1

Interviews will be scheduled between November 16 and December 3

Offers will be made by December 4

Please note that dates are subject to change depending on the needs of the department. 

For undergraduate student applicants:

Eligibility for Undergraduate Student Employment 

Applicants must be undergraduate students at the University of Delaware. Work study eligibility can be found here. Applicants who are not enrolled as undergraduate students at the University will not be considered for this position. Employment Limitations and Exceptions

For graduate student applicants:

Eligibility for Graduate Student Employment

Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate program at the University of Delaware and be in good academic standing. To be considered for additional on-campus employment, applicants combined on-campus employment, including teaching, research and graduate assistantship, must not exceed 29.5 hours per week.

Graduate students on contract may hold additional employment, on campus or off, up to 29.5 hours per week total without approval by the student’s program, the student advisor or the Graduate College. However, graduate students on contract are encouraged to discuss additional employment with their advisors to avoid any situations that might hinder timely progress toward the degree.