Student Wingspan SI Leader

Position Overview

The Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader plays a key role in enhancing student learning and academic success. SI Leaders facilitate peer-led group study sessions for students enrolled in historically challenging courses. By offering regular, collaborative study sessions, SI Leaders help students develop study strategies, reinforce course content, and improve their academic performance. SI Leaders are expected to attend all course lectures, model effective study habits, and create a welcoming learning environment. Please visit https://learning.ku.edu/si-employment to see specific SI Leader job openings for Fall 2026.

Job Description

• Plan and lead structured study sessions that are interactive and encourage student participation.
• Develop practice problems, discussion questions, study guides, and other instructional materials to support learning during SI sessions.
• Attend all class lectures for the designated course every week to be familiar with all homework, exams, and assignments in the selected class.
• Collaborate with faculty to stay informed about upcoming exams, quizzes, and any areas of concern for students.
• Maintain open communication with the SI Manager to discuss session progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Attend SI Leader training and meetings to stay informed on best practices, institutional policies, and program updates.
• Engage in ongoing professional development activities, such as peer observation and feedback reviews to enhance your effectiveness as an SI Leader.
• Actively promote SI sessions to students by making announcements in class, sending emails, or using other communication tools to encourage attendance.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a B letter grade in the selected class.
• Ability to work 6–10 hours per week, including afternoon and evening availability to lead SI sessions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong proven verbal communication skills, as evidenced by the interview.
• In good academic standing.
• Experience leading small groups as shown in application material.
• Experience providing academic support and/or tutoring.

Position Requirements

• Employment Conditions: This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.

Additional Candidate Instructions

• Please complete the HR online Application via employment.ku.edu.
• Access the supplemental application at this link: https://learning.ku.edu/si-employment.
• This is a pool position for the Fall 2026 semester, and the review of applications is ongoing. Hires will be made throughout the posting period.

Contact Information to Applicants

Morgangreer@ku.edu