American University · 18 hours ago
Graduate Community Building and Program Development Assistant (Student)
Washington, DC
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad
$18.95/hr - $18.95/hrAmerican University is seeking a Graduate Community Building and Program Development Assistant to support the Center for Student Belonging. The role involves planning and implementing programs that foster an inclusive campus environment, supporting students' personal growth, and facilitating workshops and initiatives focused on community engagement.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Facilitate holistic student development programs
Plan and implement workshops, dialogues, interactive programs and activities that support personal growth, leadership skills, and student identity exploration
Support large scale center events (e.g., Connection Socials, National Coming Out Day, Women's History Month)
Provide direct support and mentorship to students
Meet with students individually and/or in small groups to provide guidance on navigating academic, social, and leadership challenges
Support students in reflecting on experiences, setting goals, and developing skills for success
Collaborate with student leaders to enhance engagement
Partner with student organizations and peer programs to design initiatives that promote belonging and community connection
Coordinate program logistics and on-site support
Assist in the planning and execution of Center events and initiatives, ensuring seamless operation and an inclusive environment
Support CSB and Student Engagement programs by staffing daytime, late night and weekend programs as needed
Supervise and support student assistants or volunteers contributing to programs
Conduct assessment and evaluation of learning outcomes
Create surveys via Qualtrics; Gather qualitative and quantitative data from participants to assess impact on student development and engagement
Summarize findings in reports, presentations, or visual dashboards to inform program improvement
Support communications and visibility for learning initiatives
Develop content for newsletters, social media, and other communications to highlight programs
Collaborate with staff to increase awareness and participation in CSB programs
Maintain resources and materials for learning programs
Organize and track supplies, equipment, and instructional materials to ensure readiness for all workshops and events
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Enrollment in AU's School of Education graduate programs
Experience in student programming and/or leadership development
Preferred
Experience designing or leading large-scale student programs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment
Experience working effectively with diverse constituencies
Collaborative work style and team orientation
Company
American University
American University's historic academic strengths are rooted in social responsibility and our dedication to cultural and intellectual diversity.
Founded in 1893
1001-5000 employees
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