Student Worker: Math- Peer Mentor and Program Assistant

Agency

Department

IMPORTANT:

Total number of hours to be worked per week cannot exceed 19 hours  while taking classes (if employed by multiple departments, the total combined must not exceed 19 hours). Student workers may work full-time during interim periods (between semesters) and during the summer. Position is paid bi-weekly and must earn no less than $7.25 per hour.

SUMMARY:

This part-time student worker will report to Dr. Mehmet Celik in the Department of Mathematics. The student will serve as a Peer Mentor Assistant and Program Assistant for MATH 397: Pathways: Research&Careers. The position is contingent on TELI funding. The student will work about 2-3 hours per week, for no more than 50 total hours during Fall 2026. The student will support course communication, peer check-ins, course materials, and the final student presentation. The student will not grade student work, teach independently, provide academic advising, or provide counseling.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete the required orientation and peer-mentor training.
• Send routine student reminders using faculty-approved messages.
• Keep attendance records and simple project records
• Help prepare and organize course materials.
• Collect and organize portfolio and reflection work using approved university systems.
• Assist with course sessions and final presentation activities.
• Complete brief peer check-ins using faculty approved questions.
• Refer student questions or concerns to the faculty mentors.
• Protect the privacy of student information.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

·       Education: Must be an active student for East Texas A&M University. Student can be at an undergrad or graduate level.

·       Knowledge / Skills: Punctual. Good computer skills. Technology: Basic skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Forms.

·       Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to handle confidential matters and to be professional.  

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

·       Advanced undergraduate or graduate student  with a strong mathematics background.

·       Completion of Calculus II or higher-lever mathematics coursework.

·       Experience with peer mentoring, tutoring, undergraduate research, an REU, or a student organization.

·       Interest in research, graduate education and mathematics-related careers.

·       Previous office or administrative experience is helpful but not required.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.