SI Leader Introduction to Chemistry 2026-2027 - Iron Mountain

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title
SI Leader Introduction to Chemistry 2026-2027 - Iron Mountain

Pay Grade Level
SI Leader G2

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Benefits
Michigan Public School Employees Retirement Systems

Department
Supplemental Instruction

Campus Location
Iron Mountain

Min Salary
$15.49

Max Salary
$18.22

FTE
.2

Full-time/Part-time
Part-Time

Position Type
Staff

Job Summary/Basic Function
The primary responsibility of this temporary position is to provide Supplemental Instruction for Introduction to Chemistry students at the Bay College Iron Mountain campus. Supplemental Instruction (SI) is an internationally recognized academic support program that targets traditionally difficult courses. Students come together in regularly scheduled study sessions to compare notes, discuss course materials, develop creative study tools, practice problem solving and prepare for exams. These sessions are facilitated by trained SI Leaders that attend the course with students and prepare study materials for use during SI sessions.

Minimum Qualifications
• Demonstrated competence (at least an A-) in CHEM 102, Introduction to Chemistry or a comparable course.
• Completed the equivalent of two years of college course work.
• Strong foundation in chemistry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Tutoring experience.

Preferred Qualifications
• BS/BA in chemistry or related field.
• Experience in Supplemental Instruction.
• Teaching experience.

Months Per Year
10

Hours Worked Per Week
9

Work Schedule
The SI leader must be available to attend lecture and hold SI sessions at the following times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 1:50 PM CT and Thursdays, 2:00-3:50 PM CT.

Supervision Received
Works under the general supervision of the Academic Support Coordinator

Job Duties

• Attend training prior to the start of the semester.
• Attend all scheduled class sessions.
• Plan for each SI session held.
• Hold two one-hour SI sessions each week
• Hold three office hours throughout the week to enhance SI session planning and provide services to students.
• Meet with the course instructor weekly to ensure accuracy and relevancy of the SI session material.
• Meet with the SI Manager weekly during the semester to assess and enhance the effectiveness of the SI sessions through the application of continuous improvement protocols.
• Take notes and complete all assignments and readings for the course.
• Advertise SI to students.
• Take attendance at each SI session and report weekly attendance to the instructor and semester attendance to the SI Manager.
• Utilize session planning forms to prepare organized, effective SI sessions.
• Create a comfortable and supportive learning environment during the SI sessions.
• Teach study skills and use collaborative learning techniques to help students master course material.
• Administer and record data for SI evaluation surveys.
• Mentor and advise students on ancillary topics such as referring them to other needed support services available within the college.
• Attend regular training sessions provided by college staff.
• Provide services to students utilizing the Student Success Center during office hours.
• Any other duties as assigned