RU-FIT Advisor

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Nov 16, 2024

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	RU-FIT Advisor
Department	Rutgers Global
Salary	Commensurate With Experience
Posting Summary	RU-FIT is a one-credit course designed to aid international students in a successful transition to Rutgers University. This course aims to help students develop a foundation for a well-rounded college experience, connect students to Rutgers resources, promote engagement within and outside the classroom and communicate university expectations. RU-FIT is taught by Peer Leaders who are rising Junior and Senior students at the University and have demonstrated a commitment to first-year international student success. Position Responsibilities Spring 2019 Actively participate in the recruitment of Peer Leaders for the 2019 RU-FIT course Attend part of the 1-Day Spring Peer Leader Training Summer 2019 Develop Peer Leader 1-hour weekly training modules informed by review of RU-FIT course curriculum development Fall 2019 Attend the 2-day Fall Peer Leader Refresher Training Meet assigned Peer Leaders weekly for 2 hours; the first hour will be for training purposes relative to pedagogical strategies linked to course learning outcomes and the second hour will be reserved for review of lesson plans, addressing real time concerns, grading guidance and general troubleshooting Communicate in writing and provide feedback in a timely manner with Peer Leaders and rest of RU-FIT team on a weekly basis Audit two RU-FIT classes and provide one-on-one feedback to audited Peer Leader Attend weekly meeting with RU-FIT team Work closely with the course developers/instructors of RU-FIT to ensure that the learning outcomes are being met Participate in norming of major assignments Assist in program evaluation and assessment efforts in relation to co-curriculum development Other duties as appropriate
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Posting Number	19FA1524
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Minimum Education and Experience	An RU-FIT Advisor is a University employee who has extensive experience in international student advising and/or teaching and understands the unique challenges faced by international students. The Advisor will be experienced in developing and executing pedagogical practices and strategies to address the needs of international students. Advisors serve as educators, resources, and representatives of various schools and units at Rutgers. Advisors will work very closely with their undergraduate peer leaders to create dynamic learning opportunities for their students.
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Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/90269
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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