American University · 2 days ago
AU Globe Program Leader (Student)
Washington, DC
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad
$17.95/hr - $17.95/hrAmerican University is seeking a Program Leader to serve as a key connector between students, faculty, and staff, fostering a supportive academic and social environment. The role involves providing academic and social support to students, promoting engagement, and serving as a resource to help students navigate university life.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Encourage and facilitate study groups and language development opportunities, including through partnership with CLEAR
Help students engage with and think critically about coursework themes and concepts
Provide academic guidance within training limits, referring students to university resources as needed
Foster a positive community within the cohort and the broader residence hall
Assist faculty in informal student engagement opportunities (e.g., office hours, events)
Organize and lead co-curricular activities that align with G.L.O.B.E. expectations
Conduct one-on-one check-ins with each student within the first six weeks of the semester
Support and attend major Sophomore LLC events, including: Kickoff Event (August) – Required, End of Year Event (May) – Required, and Additional events (2-3 per year) as determined by staff
Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, and G.L.O.B.E. staff
Build positive relationships with Housing & Residence Life, particularly the Resident Assistant(s) in the cohort’s residence hall
Participate in student recruitment and orientation events throughout the academic year
Use and check AU email and the designated communication app (TBD) daily
Maintain positive, professional relationships with faculty, supervisors, and staff
Inform students of availability at the start of each semester and be accessible for meetings
Develop and distribute a monthly newsletter with relevant resources, updates, and events
Manage and promote G.L.O.B.E. social media platforms while following branding and communication guidelines
Adhere to all university policies, regulations, and procedures
Maintain professional boundaries with students—romantic or unprofessional relationships with students in the cohort are strictly prohibited
Demonstrate enthusiasm for learning and commitment to the mission, vision, and values of G.L.O.B.E
Understand that their actions—both in and outside of the classroom—are observed by students, peers, and staff
PLs may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed to support the G.L.O.B.E. program
Qualification
Required
This position is available only to enrolled American University students
Program Leaders (PLs) serve as key connectors between students, faculty, and staff, fostering a supportive academic and social environment
They are expected to communicate regularly and professionally with faculty, supervisors, and G.L.O.B.E. staff
PLs support students academically and socially, promoting engagement in both coursework and co-curricular activities, and serve as a resource, helping students navigate university life and connect with appropriate services
Encourage and facilitate study groups and language development opportunities, including through partnership with CLEAR
Help students engage with and think critically about coursework themes and concepts
Provide academic guidance within training limits, referring students to university resources as needed
Foster a positive community within the cohort and the broader residence hall
Assist faculty in informal student engagement opportunities (e.g., office hours, events)
Organize and lead co-curricular activities that align with G.L.O.B.E. expectations
Conduct one-on-one check-ins with each student within the first six weeks of the semester
Support and attend major Sophomore LLC events, including: Kickoff Event (August) – Required, End of Year Event (May) – Required, and Additional events (2-3 per year) as determined by staff
Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, and G.L.O.B.E. staff
Build positive relationships with Housing & Residence Life, particularly the Resident Assistant(s) in the cohort's residence hall
Participate in student recruitment and orientation events throughout the academic year
Use and check AU email and the designated communication app (TBD) daily
Maintain positive, professional relationships with faculty, supervisors, and staff
Inform students of availability at the start of each semester and be accessible for meetings
Develop and distribute a monthly newsletter with relevant resources, updates, and events
Manage and promote G.L.O.B.E. social media platforms while following branding and communication guidelines
Adhere to all university policies, regulations, and procedures
Maintain professional boundaries with students—romantic or unprofessional relationships with students in the cohort are strictly prohibited
Demonstrate enthusiasm for learning and commitment to the mission, vision, and values of G.L.O.B.E
Understand that their actions—both in and outside of the classroom—are observed by students, peers, and staff
PLs may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed to support the G.L.O.B.E. program
The G.L.O.B.E. LLC program understands the PL role to be one part of the PL's multi-faceted life at American University
The PL position requires regularly scheduled responsibilities and unscheduled responsibilities, and times at which PLs must be available and accessible to students
A reasonable work schedule would include both types of time, including regularly scheduled responsibilities (LLC dinners, staff meetings, etc.), and availability at varying intervals during the day and evening (one-on-one meetings with students, programming, etc.)
The PL will work approximately 5 hours per week as follows: 2 hours of the bi-weekly LLC Dinners, 2 –3 hours planning or hosting events and excursions, 45-minute weekly planning or one-on-one meetings with faculty liaison, 45-minute bi-weekly planning or one-on-one meetings with supervisor, 1 hour of availability for one on ones with students, 1-hour bi-weekly team meeting with G.L.O.B.E. Team
The number of hours worked may fluctuate week to week—a PL may work more or less than 5 hours per week, as necessitated by 1-1 meetings early in the semester, ongoing student support, and co-curricular events
The total hours worked during the semester should not exceed 80 hours
When performing duties related to the PL position and for the expected 5 hours per week, the PL role will be the staff member's priority
The PL should be prepared to arrange their schedule to prioritize the PL role, maintaining job performance as well as their own academic progress
PLs must actively participate in training, planning, and communication to fulfill their role effectively
Attend ongoing training throughout the fall semester (in-services)
Participate in weekly team meetings with G.L.O.B.E. staff
Hold one-on-one planning meetings with both the assigned faculty liaison and supervisor
Company
American University
American University's historic academic strengths are rooted in social responsibility and our dedication to cultural and intellectual diversity.
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