Position Department: Nursing
Position School: College of Health and Human Sciences
Overview:
The Department of Nursing seeks candidates for a Graduate Assistant to support the Test for Success Program.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Test for Success Manager, the Test for Success Graduate Assistant will perform tutoring with BSN nursing students at all levels. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: 1) Performs tutoring with BSN nursing students of all levels. 2) Prepares tutoring plans based on class content. 3) Promotes Socratic Questioning from students during tutoring sessions. 4) Assists students with developing study plans that incorporate time management and study skills. 5) Performs basic office responsibilities when tutoring times are less than 10 hours/week. 6) Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
1) Must be an RMU student enrolled in Nursing Graduate Program and must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. 2) Stays current with beginning level nursing content. 3) Familiar with Google docs, Blackboard preferred and proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel 4) Willingness to learn software programs and new technology. 5) Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information appropriately. 6) Detail oriented, flexible and ability to work independently. 7) Excellent communication skills. 8) Attend annual 2 day CRLA training through Center for Student Success.
Academic Years Preferred: First Year Graduate Student or Greater
Wage Frequency: One-Time Stipend Payment
Is this position funded through Federal Work Study dollars?: No
Average Number of Hours Per Week: 10
Days of the Week to Work: Various
Anticipated Time Frames to Work: Various
Preferred Start Date: Aug 26, 2024
Anticipated End Date: Dec 13, 2024
Act 153 Clearance Required: No
Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): No
Required to Pass a Credit Check: No
Additional Posting Information: None
Special Applicant Instructions: None
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