Program Manager for Supplemental Instruction

Job Description

What We Are Looking For:

The Baylor Department of Center of Academic Success and Engagement is seeking a Program Manager for Supplemental Instruction to help support the mission of Baylor University.

An Bachelor's Degree, two years of relevant experience, and an active Christian faith is required. A Master's Degree and three years of relevant experience is preferred. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do: 

Primary Responsibilities  

Provide leadership in developing and implementing an exemplary and comprehensive Supplemental Instruction program 

Identify weaknesses or problems in the current SI program and solve or make recommendations for improvement 

Serve as overall coordinator of the SI program: 

Select and train SI Leaders 

Assist with revision of SI Leader training materials and resources

Plan and direct periodic group meetings of all campus SI Leaders

Provide on-site supervision of the SI program 

Supervise SI in all classes in which it is offered 

Serve as primary liaison with departmental administrators and faculty members 

Promote the SI program 

Gather and analyze all data associated with the SI program (e.g., SI attendance, grades, surveys, handouts generated by the SI Leaders) 

Ensure that midterm SI feedback surveys and end-of-term surveys are distributed and the results analyzed in a timely manner (recommended within two weeks) 

Secondary Responsibilities 

• Supervise 80 – 100 SI each term 
  • Observe SI sessions as specified in the SI model 
  • Regularly meet with the SI Leaders and SI Leadership team
  • Discuss observations of the SI sessions 
  • Require and assist SI Leaders to create SI session plans 
  • Encourage SI Leaders to use a wide variety of collaborative learning techniques 
• Act as liaison to faculty involved in the SI program. Gather feedback concerning the SI program 

Maintenance Responsibilities 

Solicit, interview, and hire SI Leaders for the following term: 

Gather faculty member recommendations  

Advertise the positions 

Interview candidates 

Ensure ignite onboarding is complete prior to per-semester training 

Solicit, interview, and hire graduate assistant SI Leaders following term: 

Ensure that all SI Leaders and graduate assistants complete the necessary personnel paperwork

Book and manage all room reservations for all SI Leaders 

Plan for and conduct ongoing training sessions for Leaders throughout the semester 

Make an annual budget for all SI expenses (e.g., salaries, texts, advertising, photocopying) 

Assist with time cards and payroll-related personnel paperwork 

Secure necessary materials (e.g., notebooks, summary margin paper, graph paper, note cards, textbooks, cand, etc.) 

Complete end-of-term reports for campus faculty and administration 

Plan appropriate receptions for SI Leaders, Supervisors, and participating faculty members 

Program Development Activities 

Provide leadership in developing and implementing an exemplary and comprehensive Supplemental Instruction program. 

Identify weaknesses or problems in the current SI program and make recommendations for their solution 

Each term, identify high-risk courses and make recommendations for SI courses. 

Gain and maintain faculty cooperation. 

Identify and secure campus resources for the SI program (e.g., SI Leader salaries, textbooks, photocopying expenses, grant opportunities, etc.) 

Assist with the revision and development of SI training materials. 

Continually revise and reevaluate training, supervision, and hiring processes in order to improve the campus program 

Create and facilitate SI Leader training workshops before the beginning of each term 

Continue to analyze the effectiveness of the SI program: 

Collect raw data (e.g., SI attendance, term grades, surveys, etc.) 

Analyze data 

Submit course reports to campus faculty and administrators 

Submit annual reports to campus faculty administrators 

Conduct periodic program evaluations, potentially in partnership with UMKC and the International Center of Supplemental Instruction

Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission. 

Ability to comply with University policies.  

Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

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About Us
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others.  Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Job Info

• Job Identification 16416
• Job Category Staff
• Posting Date 03/22/2024, 11:02 AM
• Degree Level Bachelor
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1410 S 4th Street, Waco, TX, 76706, US