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Learning Resources Center Join Our Team An Internationally Certified Training Program
Become a
RISE Peer Mentor
or an
iPrep facilitator!
What is RISE?
We are a program that has as a goal to support immigrant and
English Language Learners at CU Denver. We provide students
with one-on-one meetings in which they can talk about their
academic needs. We connect students to campus resources, and
facilitate workshops and presentations focused on the needs of
Immigrant and ELL students.
We are currently hiring staff for two of our programs: RISE
and Supplemental Learning. Interested? Fill out our
application!
Intensive Preparation
I-Prep is a series of workshops occurring before school starts
or right at the beginning of the semester. These workshops
focus on different concepts and help students get refreshed
with extra time to review and practice the content areas, so
they can start the courses feeling confident about the course.
There could be possibilities for further employment, or this
can be a temporary job that has a positive impact on others
and helps you save money for textbooks! Most of our I-Preps
will be virtual.
RISE Peer Mentors
Meet with students one-on-one to talk about their academic
needs, and then connect students with the resources they need.
Support English Language Learners during their one-on-one and
help them develop their English skills.
Assist with the planning and facilitation of ELL conversation
groups Develop and facilitate workshops and presentations that
may be helpful for ELL and immigrant students.
Participates in campus committees as needed to help promote
diversity and inclusion around campus.
RISE
Who Should Apply?
- Have a 2.5 overall GPA.
- Demonstrate excellent written and communication skills.
- Have a desire to help others and be a very patient individual.
- Experience and/or passion for working with a very diverse student population.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience tutoring or helping people develop their English skills (spoken and written)
- Bilingual (Spanish and/or Arabic preferred)
iPrep
Responsibilities
- Review content areas and be able to explain materials and support students working on practice problems.
- Be able to utilize positive and active learning strategies for a virtual setting for up to 50 students.
- Prepare and practice content and presentations with your co-facilitator(s).
- Incorporate learning and study strategies education into lesson plans.
- Attend and participate in group trainings.
Minimum Qualifications
- Student currently enrolled at CU Denver for fall 2022 (if you are not enrolled, you must do so before you can start working for the LRC)
- Have completed the affiliated courses with an A/B grade. Ability to effectively speak and present information to group audience. Teaching skills or willingness to learn so you can facilitate collaborative group learning. Be able to take constructive feedback and work with a co-facilitator. Demonstrate strong support and care about students’ learning progress and success. Show empathy and understanding of a diverse group of students and their learning needs. Be available between June 1st to August 27th for training, practice, and facilitation of I-Prep sessions
- Ability to effectively speak and present information to group audience.
- Teaching skills or willingness to learn so you can facilitate collaborative group learning.
- Be able to take constructive feedback and work with a co-facilitator.
- Demonstrate strong support and care about students’ learning progress and success.
- Show empathy and understanding of a diverse group of students and their learning needs.
- Be available between June 1st to August 27th for training, practice, and facilitation of I-Prep sessions.
Hiring iPrep facilitators for:
- PBHL 3001 (Introduction to Epidemiology)
- General Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- MATH Pre-Calculus/Calculus support (MATH 1010, 1060, 1108, 1110, 1120, 1130, 1401)
How to Apply?
Visit our posting on Handshake or directly apply here:
RISE Application iPrep ApplicationThis is a rolling application. Applications will be reviewed in order of receipt and priority will be given to applications submitted by April 18th. Applications will close when the position is filled.
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Setting Professional Standards for Student Tutors
Learning Resources Center (LRC) tutoring services are internationally certified by the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) International Tutor Training Program Certification (ITTPC). The certification sets international standards for tutoring services, including program administration, specialized training, evaluation, and leadership development to ensure that all tutors are trained in the most effective tutoring methods.
Become Internationally Certified
The LRC offers student tutors a comprehensive training program where they can qualify to earn their international certification at three levels, Regular, Advanced, and Master. The program provides tutors with international standards on applicable learning theories, best research-based practices and strategies, and hands-on leadership/professional development and personal growth opportunities.
Benefits
- Allows student tutors to receive recognition and positive reinforcement for their work from an international organization
- Provides students with hands-on leadership development and personal growth opportunities
- Excellent resume builder
- Enhances the Learning Resources Center's tutoring program credibility for CU Denver students and administrators
Reviewer's Comments about Our Program
From the International Tutor Training Program Certification (ITTPC):
- “This program has the most aggressive training schedule I have seen. The number of training courses offered is impressive.”
- “Superb program. Well thought out, and extremely comprehensive. One of the best I have reviewed."
- “Well-established program with strong commitment to professional growth. Focus on impact of training beyond time spent within the program.”
- “Good variety of topics and opportunities for tutors to match personal/professional interests with program needs.”
Join Our Team of CU Denver Peer Educators
Thank you for your interest in working with the Learning Resources Center. We strive to deliver quality services to CU Denver students. As we make a return to campus and begin our transition to the Learning Commons building in Fall 2021, we are evaluating service needs for LRC student staff. Please visit Handshake for student employment postings for Academic Guides, Learning Hub Ambassadors, and more.
HandshakePeer Educator Resources
Tutor Lingo®
Effective and engaging online tutor coaching workshops now available 24/7 through CU Denver’s new partnership with TutorLingo®. Training topics are developed in collaboration with CRLA and include: The Role of a Tutor, Learning Theory, Tutoring Students from Diverse Backgrounds… and MORE! Learning happens everywhere with TutorLingo®. Click on the link below to log in with your UCD credentials and begin taking advantage of accessible, relevant, and on-demand tutor training.
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