Title: GEARUP Graduate Assistant

Employee Classification: GS - Graduate Student - Stipend

Pay Grade: GS 00

Division: Academic and Student Affairs

Subdivision: King Parks College Day

Department: Academic Success Partnerships

Campus Location: Main Campus

General Summary

The Holman Success Center is seeking a GA to support GEAR UP. The GEAR UP program aims to increase the college and career readiness of students by providing academic support, mentoring, and resources to underserved high school students. The Graduate Assistant will work closely with the GEAR UP team to support program activities, assist with student outreach, and contribute to the program's success by fostering a positive and engaging learning environment.

Student Affairs professionals, no matter the functional area, must be knowledgeable and have experience working with a diverse range of students in order to best assist students in their growth and development.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide academic and personal support to students participating in the GEAR UP program.
• Assist with one-on-one and group mentoring, addressing student needs and offering guidance on college preparation.
• Help students with college readiness activities, including application processes, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of program events, workshops, and field trips related to college and career readiness.
• Support the creation and distribution of program materials and resources, including newsletters, flyers, and other communications.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills including the ability to write professional emails and create polished documents, excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Successful applicants will have a degree of technological savvy, sufficient to use our learning management system (Canvas) as well as online scheduling and note-taking tools.
• You must have the desire to learn and grow while also encouraging the same in your co-workers.
• Cultural competence and a commitment to equity and inclusion are essential to a GA's success in this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Eastern Michigan University and its policies and student population, previous teaching and/or group facilitation experience. Priority is given to candidates who are able to commit to 2 consecutive years.  

Special Instructions:

A Graduate Assistantship covers Fall and Winter semesters. Eligibility for a GA position includes the following: 

You must be registered for at least 6 graduate credit hours each semester

Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in all courses

Show satisfactory progress toward program completion

This 100% position carries a stipend of $10,200 per year with a 20-hour-per-week work commitment. You would also receive a tuition scholarship for up to 18 credit hours per year (9 graduate-level credit hours per semester). Fees are not covered by this award.

Please attach a copy of your resume and 2 professional references to your application. References must include the following details: name, title, email, phone number, relationship (how does this person know you?), and how long you have known this person. References from advisors, professors, and recent supervisors are preferred.

Top candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Appointment Percentage:

100%