CP Senior Program Leader (Student)

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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

 

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Department:

Complex Problems Support

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Complex Problems (CP) Program Leader (PL) is an undergraduate part-time student staff member of Complex Problems. The PL fulfills a vital role, mentoring new AU students by helping them integrate learning experiences from both inside and outside the CP seminar. The PL builds community within the CP seminar by providing academic and social guidance and serving as a liaison between faculty and students. The PL reports to the Complex Problems Staff and is expected to work closely with the faculty member to support the students in their seminar. PLs are also to meet with a Senior PL and a small group of peers throughout the semester. Emphasis is placed on the PL as a responsible leader and colleague, representing Complex Problems within the total campus community.  

 

Essential Functions:

1.) Meetings and Communication 

• Attend and be on time for all Complex Problems seminar meetings; prepare for the seminar appropriately. 
• Attend weekly team meetings with Senior PLs/ CP Staff.  
• Attend planning/one-on-one meetings with assigned faculty member.  
• Utilize the AU email account and check the email daily for correspondence regarding the PL role. 
• Communicate regularly, maintaining positive relationships with faculty, Senior PLs, and CP Staff.

 

2.) Programming and Student Support 

• Plan, implement, and report on a minimum of three (3) co-curricular learning opportunities for students in collaboration with the faculty.  
• One of these co-curricular learning opportunities must be completed within the first six weeks of the semester.  
• Engage each student in the seminar in a 1-1 discussion within six weeks of the semester.
• Meet with students in the seminar as needed throughout the semester via office hours or scheduled appointments. 

 

3.) Community Facilitation 

• Work to develop and facilitate an environment in the class in which students can grow and learn socially as well as academically.  
• Promote tolerance and consideration in the attitudes and behaviors of students in the seminar.
• Engage in and facilitate class discussion when appropriate.
• Advise and/or refer students within the scope of the PL’s training and ability concerning academic, personal, and social matters. 
• Apply knowledge of the University’s resources, including facilities, services, academic support, and involvement opportunities.
• Provide social and academic guidance where appropriate.
• Serve as a liaison between students and faculty.
• Maintain regular communication about seminar activities and student progress.
• Provide input and feedback when appropriate. 
• Serve as a liaison between students and CP staff.
• Share updates about seminar and student progress with Senior PLs and/or CP staff.
• Determine plans of action for areas of concern in partnership with CP staff.

4.) Role Model 

• Understand that all actions of a PL (including those engaged in outside of the classroom) are observed by students, other PLs, and staff members. PLs must hold themselves accountable to University policies, regulations, and procedures. 
• Be mindful of appropriate boundaries of the PL-student relationship. PLs are