Student Leadership & Activities

Position Descriptions

First-Year Experience Seminar Student Facilitators Position Description:

First-Year Experience (FYE) Seminar Student Facilitators help incoming first-years successfully transition to the College. The course is designed to provide first-year students with awareness of and access to the many resources on campus while connecting them with an upperclass Simmons student, a staff member, and their peers. In collaboration with FYE Staff Facilitators and using the provided course content in the FYE manual, the FYE Student Facilitators help plan and deliver weekly classes throughout the fall semester. FYE Student Facilitators are responsible for reading and responding to weekly written assignments and may have other commitments as designated by FYE Staff Facilitator.

Position Requirements:

  • This position requires approximately a 3 hour a week time commitment for meetings with the staff facilitator, class preparation, and the class.
  • FYE Student Facilitators will participate in training in the fall prior to the start of the academic year.

For more information, contact:

Susan Chudd, Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Activities, MCB W-002, 617-521-2421, susan.chudd@simmons.edu

Like Minds Chair

Position Description:

The Like Minds Committee is a group of Simmons students who are committed to a community culture that fosters awareness and respect of a diverse array of people, cultures, abilities, and experiences where students are empowered and committed to promoting an inclusive multicultural agenda. Like Minds members conduct workshops and educational sessions that are designed to 1) educate and expand personal awareness and knowledge of issues of inclusion; 2) build the capacity for communication, trust, and understanding and 3) facilitate dialogue that moves all of us as individuals and as a community towards a greater appreciation of the rich diversity among us.

The Like Minds Chair works closely with the Director of Multicultural Affairs to direct the vision and programming of the Like Minds Committee. She also serves as an executive board member for the Student Government Association.

For more information, contact:

Lisa Smith-McQueenie, Assistant Dean and Director of Multicultural Affairs, Office of Student Life, MCB C-211, 617-521-2120, lisa.smithmcqueenie@simmons.edu

Orientation Leaders

Position Description:

Orientation Leaders (OLs) are Simmons students who assist with all aspects of Undergraduate Orientation, including programming for particular populations such as Dix Scholars and international students. OLs are responsible for a group of incoming students and their participation in the orientation program. OLs set up events, sit on panels, and answer questions regarding the College. OLs facilitate group discussions and team builders and serve as leaders for new students, assisting with their transition. OLs participate in spring trainings as well as trainings a few days prior to Orientation.

For more information, contact:

Susan Chudd, Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Activities, MCB W-002, 617-521-2421, susan.chudd@simmons.edu

Peer Educators

Position Description:

Peer Educators (PEs) will be selected to be trained to teach other students the following educational programs: Drugs and Alcohol, Betsy's Friends, EAT, Relaxation Techniques, SEX, Time and Stress Management, Smoking Cessation, Sexual Assault Education, HIV/AIDS Education, and Positive Strategies for Communication @ Simmons.. The PEs will present the programs in residence halls, classes, and to student organizations. Peer educators may select up to two areas to be trained to teach. Commitment includes weekly one-hour trainings, co-teaching with other peer educators, scheduling programs, developing handout materials, table tents, and awareness campaigns in their area. Educators will become leaders in their areas and part of a support network throughout the campus.

Position Requirements:

  • No pre-requisites are necessary to be a PE, as you will receive appropriate training.
  • PEs should plan on approximately 2 hours a week, with hours increasing during times of high demand for programs.

For more information, contact:

Elise Phillips, Director of Health Education, Health Center, Rm 11, 617-521-1001, elise.phillips@simmons.edu

Resident Advisors and Summer Resident Advisors

Position Description:

The Resident Advisor (RA) is an enrolled student who lives within the residence hall community. The RA is on the staff of the Office of Residence Life to provide support to, resources for, and advisement to students on academic, social and personal matters. The RAs receive extensive training in areas such as program and community development, crisis intervention, and interpersonal skills. RAs are also responsible for promoting a sense of community through organizing activities and programs to help residents become acquainted and to learn more about themselves and others. RAs hired are assigned to residence halls based upon individual strengths as well as departmental and community needs. The Summer RA is an enrolled student who lives within the residence hall community from late May through late August, with a similar role to play as the academic year RA. As part of the Summer RA position, the Summer RA works in the Office of Residence Life 10 hours each week during business hours.

Position Requirements:

  • Candidates must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 in order to be considered for the RA position.

For more information, contact:

Liz Greenbeg, Area Coordinator, Office of Residence Life, Health Center, 617-521-1096, aliza.greenberg@simmons.edu

or

go to the Resident Advisor Selection website.