HONR100 Section Leader Application due: Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015 - apply individually or as part of a team

http://go.umd.edu/4tx

University Honors is looking for talented students to teach HONR100 for fall 2016. HONR100 is a 1-credit course for new Honors students and assists them in transitioning to the university.

Section Leaders are responsible for teaching and mentoring approximately 15 new Honors students through their first semester. The Section Leader creates lesson plans within the parameters of course goals and facilitates weekly discussions. The Section Leader also grades assignments and maintains class records.

Students selected for the Section Leader program receive 3 credits for teaching HONR100. Section Leaders earn 1-credit for successfully completing a training course in spring 2016 and then, 2 credits for teaching in the fall. There are 2 options for the spring Section Leader training course:

• Tuesday, 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. or
• Wednesday, 4:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Students must successfully complete the spring training course before teaching HONR100.

Students must have completed at least one year at the University in order to apply and have a 3.0 GPA to be selected for the Section Leader Program.

Interested students should complete the google application by Sunday, November 1, 2015 in order to be considered for an interview. The form is short and should take only a few minutes to complete.  

Application Link:  http://go.umd.edu/4tx

On the google form, you will be asked to briefly describe your interest in being an HONR100 Section Leader.

There will be a 2-round interview process.  The first interview will be informational.  It’s a chance for us to get to know you better and learn about your qualifications. Please bring a copy of your resume.

Applicants who successfully complete the first round will be asked to deliver a 5-10 minute presentation on a topic relevant to first-year students.  Potential topics include: time management, goal setting, stress management, academics, or whatever else you choose.

During the first round of interviews, we will reserve time for you to get feedback on your topic and advise on how best to engage your audience.  Only applicants selected for the second round of interviews will be asked to present.  So, there is no need to have the presentation worked out in advance.       

If you have questions, you are welcome to contact Liza Lebrun at LLebrun@umd.edu

Application: http://go.umd.edu/4tx