Part-Time Student Peer Leader

Department

PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS (BL-EXP-IUBLA)

Department Information

Undergraduate Education at Indiana University (IU) Bloomington supports students at every stage of their academic journey, regardless of school or major, through advising, academic programs, career exploration, enrichment opportunities, and innovative teaching.

The Office of Precollege and College Transition Programs, within Undergraduate Education, helps newly admitted IU students transition to college life while getting a head start on their academic careers. Starting college is exciting but it can also feel a little overwhelming. That's why IU Bloomington offers FYS-F100: First-Year Seminar. First-Year Seminar (FYS) is a 1-credit, 8-week course in the fall semester, designed to support first-year students' academic success and personal well-being as they transition to Indiana University Bloomington and to help students start strong, stay strong, and succeed in their first semester and beyond.

Job Summary

Great peer leaders are students who model the habits that help them succeed at IU, like managing their time, staying organized, communicating with instructors, and asking for help. They share real experiences, listen with care, and offer practical support so others know challenges are normal. Peer leaders also promote well-being, encourage connection, and help first-year students find the resources and community they need to thrive.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Participate in 8 hours of peer leader training prior to the first day of class
• Attend weekly check-ins with the FYS director and fellow peer leaders (1 hour per week)
• Co-facilitate an assigned FYS-F100 section alongside the instructor (2 hours per week)
• Offer scheduled peer mentoring to students across FYS sections (2 hours per week, including some evening availability)
• Support special events, outreach, and individual student needs (up to 3 hours per week)
• Work closely with course instructors and program staff to provide continuity, connection, and ongoing peer support to students during the semester and beyond

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• Currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at Indiana University Bloomington for the fall 2026 semester

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient clear and supportive verbal communication skills
• Active listening and empathetic response skills
• Ability to foster connection and community
• Maintains professionalism
• Demonstrates reliability and accountability
• Ability to correspond professionally via email and written communication
• Ability to collaborate with a team
• Ability to work positively and effectively with faculty, staff, and students
• Demonstrates time management
• Organizational skills and the ability to model and explain these skills to others
• Demonstrates leadership and engagement skills
• Ability to foster connection and community
• Familiarity with campus resources and ability to connect students to appropriate support services
• Interest or experience in higher education, peer leadership, or student advocacy

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

This is a 1 semester position.

Work Location

Indiana University Bloomington

Bloomington, Indiana

This is an in-person position.

Advertised Salary

$15.00 per hour

Work Hours

8 hours per week for the duration of the course (the first 8 weeks of Fall 2026)

2 hours per week providing peer mentoring and student support after the first 8-weeks of the semester.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Student Employee

Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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