[Hiring] Peer Learning Support Aide @The University of Arizona Global Campus

Role Description

The Peer Learning Support Aide (UAGC Student Only) for the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) is a part-time student-employee position reporting to the Sr. Lead Learning Support Specialist. The Peer Learning Support Aide role provides academically successful students an opportunity to gain valuable training and real-world teaching experience as a general education academic tutor.

The included training focuses on:

• 1:1 teaching and learning
• Collaborative learning
• Valuing individual differences
• Active communication
• Time management

The Peer Aide will also gain hands-on experience in:

• Usability evaluation
• Digital content review
• Student-centered design

Peer Aides provide timely, positive, and supportive assistance to first-year UAGC students to help them achieve their academic goals and overcome academic obstacles. They also evaluate learning resources from a student-user perspective and provide actionable recommendations.

Peer Aides are part of a community of students supporting students. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled UAGC student in good academic standing.
• Successful completion of first-year courses GEN 101, GEN 102, GEN 103, GEN 104, and ENG 121 (or have transfer credits of equivalent courses) with a minimum grade of a B+ in each of these courses.
• Able to work 5-10 hours per week.

Requirements

• Knowledge and experience using Zoom and Microsoft Office 365 programs such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to quickly learn additional software programs and platforms.
• Strong oral and written communications skills with strong knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and language usage skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and customer service skills.
• Strong knowledge of APA style.
• Ability to evaluate online content from a student perspective and communicate observations clearly and constructively.
• Comfort providing feedback on digital resources, webpages, or student support materials.

Benefits

• Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Life insurance and disability programs.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members.
• Retirement plans.
• Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities.
• More benefits available!

Additional Information

• UAGC Student Applicant Only Role
• Rate of Pay: $16.50-$18.75
• Compensation Type: Hourly
• Grade: 2
• Special Instructions to Applicant: The application window is anticipated to close on Thursday, July 30, 2026 (11:59 PM MST).
• Applicants must attach a copy of their UAGC unofficial transcripts to their resumes.