Academic Support Student Worker

Nevada State University appreciates your interest in employment. To ensure your application process runs smoothly, we ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

• The required documents are listed below on the posting. Your application may not be considered if you do not attach the required documents.

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• Please note, recruitment will close without notice when a hiring decision has been made.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (702) 992-2320 or [email protected].

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Student Worker - Embedded Peer Leader for the Academic Success Center (ASC). The student worker will provide academic guidance through FREE peer-to-peer support via tutoring, embedded course support, and study/test-taking strategies for a variety of subject areas.

The Embedded Course Support Program is a robust academic support program grounded in the International Supplemental Instruction (SI) Model. The program supports challenging courses with high enrollment and low pass rates or those that serve as required pathways for specific majors or graduation requirements, such as foundational Math or Science courses.

Embedded Peer Leaders (previously known as “SI Leaders” and “Course Assistants”) will regularly attend course lectures, facilitate weekly structured group study sessions, and offer individual tutoring/mentoring sessions. The EPL will also provide guidance on navigating college successfully, such as developing effective course-learning strategies, fostering a sense of belonging, and connecting students with campus resources.

All embedded peer leaders must participate in pre-semester and ongoing training related to best practices for academic support/learning theory, facilitating collaborative learning, mentoring, and teamwork.

Potential Embedded Support Courses:

• Accounting 201, 202
• American Sign Language (AM) 145-146
• Biology 189A, 190A
• Math 120/E, 126/E, 181
• Psychology 210

This is not an exhaustive list of all courses; hiring will be determined by course and instructor availability.

About the institution:

Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else.

Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400, with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African American, and 22% are White.

We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada.

We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community.

We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Core Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate reliability, a positive work ethic, effective communication, and the ability to apply/receive constructive feedback.
• Attend assigned course lecture daily/weekly to review class content and model positive student habits and campus engagement with students in the course.
• Prepare for and facilitate weekly structured group study sessions.
• Hold additional office hours and/or mentoring/tutoring sessions at the ASC based on embedded service needs.
• Coordinate with course faculty, program staff, and peers in a team setting to improve student outcomes.
• Advocate for the interest, needs, and rights for students in courses.
• Document student interactions and attendance through tracking software.
• Support students in transitioning to Nevada State University and/or the assigned course in order to become academically successful.
• Participate in pre-semester training, ongoing training, and staff meetings (biweekly and monthly meetings).
• May be asked to assist with front desk coverage and customer service (greeting students, answering phones, scheduling appointments, student referrals, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned B+ or higher in one of the targeted courses/subjects or comparable course.
• Must be in good academic standing and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must be enrolled as a degree seeking student with a minimum of 6 credits in the current or upcoming semester at Nevada State.
• Provide a faculty recommendation for the course you are applying to serve as an EPL.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).

Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Complete at least 1 year (2 semesters) at Nevada State by Spring 2026.
• Ability to present oneself professionally and interact with others in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, learn, and apply procedures and regulations.
• Ability to work and manage multiple duties, projects, and assignments while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to work in a high-paced, noisy environment.

Work Hours:

This position will work 16-18 hours per week. Student employees can work up to 19.5 hours per week.

Hourly Rate:

$16.00 per hour.

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants

Nevada State University employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE, UNLV, UNR, NSU, CSN, TMCC, WNC, GBC, or DRI) MUST use the “Browse Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at Nevada State and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment(s) viewable to you will be the attachment(s) to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment(s) to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment(s) will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at [email protected].

Please upload the following documents: 

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Copy of Fall or Spring schedule and proof of current GPA;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University;
• Names and contact information of three references (you will be notified before references are contacted).
• Faculty Recommender Contact Information: 
  • Name, phone number, and email address of the course instructor 
  • Should be an Nevada State University instructor who teaches the courses/subject you wish to serve as an Embedded Peer Leader
  • The faculty recommendation or letter of recommendation is not required at the time of application or interview but must be received prior to hiring.
• NOTE: It is the applicant’s responsibility to send the below instructions to your faculty recommender immediately to request a letter of recommendation
• After completing the application, please send the below instructions immediately to the instructor:
  • Faculty should complete the following form which will serve as a letter of recommendation or send a letter of recommendation written in PDF or Word document with instructor signature and emailed directly to ASC Staff: [email protected]
  • ASC Applicant Recommendation Form: https://nevadasc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cZPDzIdDcxcy7ps
• Faculty may be contacted by ASC Staff for more details addressing the student’s abilities in the below areas/topics:
  • Knowledge of course material
  • Attitude towards subject/material
  • Ability to explain ideas/concepts to peers
  • Ability to empathize/relate to peers who may struggle with subject material
  • Reliability/maturity (ability to accept and apply feedback)

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Student candidates are encouraged to visit the Career Services Center (RSC 128 | 702-992-2611 | [email protected]) to receive assistance with their resume, cover letter, and/or interview skills.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Nevada State University does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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