Learning Strategies (LS) Program Student Manager- Center for Teaching and Learning

Learning Strategies (LS) Program - Student Manager Position Summary

Student Managers are undergraduate and graduate students that support the programming and tutoring services offered to UNM students at the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). Through this leadership position, the LS Student Manager provides mentorship and guidance to Learning Strategists in collaboration with the Student Success Supervisor, Assistant Coordinator, and Faculty.

LS Student Managers undergo extensive training in preparation to perform the following responsibilities:

• Provides coordination and expertise for the LS Program and its services.

• Participates in LS program planning meetings throughout the semester and supports day-to-day operations.

• Co-facilitates program and staff evaluations using data driven methodologies.

• Models professional ethics and expectations.

• Makes informed decisions and takes appropriate actions to maintain the integrity of CTL.

• Co-facilitates weekly trainings for student employees using best practices in academic support and tutoring.

• Represents CTL internally and externally through presentations to student groups, organizations, and classes regarding CTL-related services.

• Upholds and models CTL policies and values.

• Other duties as assigned related to program need.

Requirements for Consideration

• Enrollment in a minimum of 6 credit hours at the University of New Mexico in a degree seeking program.

• 15-20 hour work week availability.

• Attendance at pre-semester trainings (week before classes begin).

• Attendance at weekly Friday trainings (3:00pm-4:30pm).

• Flexible schedule for occasional evening shifts.

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as a Learning Strategist or equivalent experience in a student support position.

• Excellent oral, written, electronic, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently with an enthusiasm for learning development.

• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with a diverse team of peers and professionals.

• Ability to communicate with and value people with diverse academic skills, cultural backgrounds, and approaches to learning.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other digital environments.

• Desire to mentor and lead peers towards personal and professional goals.

• Desire to develop and maintain healthy team dynamics.

• Adaptability, availability and patience.

• Effective organizational skills and information tracking.