Hours: Fall/Winter Up to 15hrs/week
Work Location: York University Markham Campus – 1 University Blvd, Markham, ON
Job Purpose:
The Academic Peer Support Assistant is responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of peer development programs designed to support academic performance and student engagement.
Job Duties:
Under the direction of a permanent staff member, the Academic Peer Support Assistant may be responsible for some or all the following tasks:
- Provide peer support and academic assistance to new and continuing students.
- Lead study sessions, learning activities, and academic discussions.
- Prepare peer tutoring materials and provide support to individuals or small groups.
- Collaborate with students to create an individualized study plan and track progress.
- Deliver presentations on a variety of topics including enrollment, advising resources and academic support programs
- Assist with planning and implementing academic workshops, seminars and student engagement activities.
- Engage in promotional activities to raise program awareness and encourage student participation.
- Develop website and social media content to creatively collaborate with students to share ideas, provide information and promote events.
- Acts as an ambassador and role model by helping students navigate York University processes and procedures.
- Assist with collecting and documenting program data, evaluations and outcomes.
- Attend and participate in all training sessions and program meetings.
- Monitor study space and report any facilities issues to the appropriate staff member.
- Assist with administrative duties and special projects as assigned.
- Respond to student enquires in person, by email and over the phone.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education & Skills:
- Must be enrolled as a York student.
- Ability to provide insight and suggestions to support individuals in making informed decisions.
- Ability to collaborate and work with others to complete a shared goal.
- Ability to provide instruction and support others in developing knowledge or skills.
- Ability to lead and motivate others towards learning new knowledge.
- Ability to take initiative and demonstrate leadership skills.
- Ability to understand and relate to others.