About the role#
The Knight Foundation School of Computing and Information Sciences at Florida International University is hiring Student Course Assistants. You will work with students and the primary instructor to support classroom learning and lab activities. This is a temporary, part-time position with a maximum of 20 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Complete the required online training course and orientation.
- Attend weekly meetings with your instructor.
- Attend course sessions to assist with active learning.
- Facilitate class projects and labs while ensuring students finish assignments during the session.
- Hold office hours for student support.
- Create study guides, notes, and practice problems.
- Lead study and review sessions.
- Assist with test proctoring and grade course assessments based on instructor rubrics.
- Maintain communication with the instructor.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an FIU student.
- Minimum of 6 credits for undergraduates or 3 credits for graduate students during Fall and Spring semesters.
- Knowledge of the classroom subject.
- Customer service knowledge.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites.
- Ability to work independently and provide direction to students.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
- Completion of FIU Service Excellence training, either prior to starting or within the first 30 days.
Location & details#
- Location: Modesto A. Maidique Campus, Miami, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $700.00 to $5,000.00 total gross per semester, paid in biweekly increments.
- Note: Employment ends upon graduation or if credit hours fall below the required minimum.
About Florida International University
Florida International University is a public research institution based in Miami. Founded in 1965, the university serves over 56,000 students through a variety of bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs. It maintains a large staff of over 12,000 employees and operates across multiple campus locations. The university focuses on research in fields including medicine, engineering, business, and journalism.
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