Peak PerformanceInfo Session 2015

Hello!We are: Mary Fule, Nick Rathbone, and Ray Serrano, Joni Hazelman, Dylan Cannon

Peak Performance - Who We AreA glance into the program itself!

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Our Mission◇ Improve first year and transfer students’ academic

and social success by increasing their confidence in mathematics, helping them improve their math placement, and providing transition-to-college support.

◇ Our Peer Math Coaches deliver an individualized mathematics tutoring in a flexible, non-residential environment, and ‘college knowledge’ mentoring aimed at fostering strong connections to NAU and easing students’ transition from high school to college.

““The great aim of education is not knowledge but action.”

— Herbert Spencer, British Scholar

How does the program work?◇ Flexible, online program◇ Students work with a convenient schedule and

from their own homes◇ We match students with coaches who have similar

degree interests◇ Customized, adaptive learning modules through

MyMathLab

Make A Difference!Getting excited about the students’ success is a great way to motivate and encourage them!

Peak Performance - Peer Math CoachesHow do you fit into the picture?

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Position Requirements◇ Enrolled at NAU and have access to internet and a

computer for the summer of 2016◇ Have a 3.0 GPA or higher◇ Completed MAT 125/transfer equivalent or higher◇ Willing to work 15-25 hours per week during the summer◇ Available to begin working approximately June 1st, 2016

through the middle of August, 2016◇ Values driven - get personal satisfaction in helping others

Position Responsibilities◇ Provide individual tutoring through Google Hangouts.◇ Help students set achievable goals and motivate them to

meet those goals◇ Attend weekly phone conference calls with team leaders◇ Maintain accurate records of student outreach and

contact◇ Submit timely payroll and student activity reports◇ Partake in making a difference and connecting with

incoming college students!

WIIFM?◇ Great way to make a difference and help others◇ Wonderful way to foster long-lasting relationships◇ Set your own hours and work from home◇ Starting salary of $9 per hour◇ Higher wages for 2nd or 3rd year returning coaches◇ Paid training during the Spring semester◇ Outstanding chance to get tutoring experience◇ Excellent resume boosting opportunity

Peak Math Coaches - Summer 2015

Sounds Awesome! What’s next?Online Application

Complete the online application on or before 11:59 pm MST on Sunday, October 18th, 2015. You can find the application on our website at: nau.edu/peakperformance

Professional Reference

Ask your reference to complete the online recommendation form, due on or before 11:59pm MST on Monday, October 26th, 2015.

Interviewing

2 step process:A. Group interview, in

person (all qualified applicants); bring a paper copy of your resume and cover letter.

B. Individual interview (invitation only) with program coordinators

Timeline of events

Application - Due Sun, Oct.

18th

Hiring - Finalized by third week

of Nov.

Training - Begins

Wed, Feb. 22nd, 5-7

pm

BIG Impact!The work you do here has a tremendous influence on these students’ academic and social success!

Current coach testimonialsHearing first-hand from our coaches about their experience is a great way to see if this is for you!

Let’s review!1. Application

- Complete the online application by Sunday, October 18th. Submit professional reference recommendation by Monday, October 26th.

2. Interview

- 2-stages, group interview (Oct. 27 & 28 from 6-8 pm) and individual interview. Need to bring paper copy of your resume and cover letter.

3. Training

- You’re hired! You will go through our 10-week math learning program during the Spring semester. Starts February 22nd, from 5-7 pm.

4. Begin Mentoring

- Work from June 1st, 2016 through the middle of August, 2016.

Thanks!Any questions?You can contact us at:

◇ 928-523-0276◇ PeakPerformance@nau.edu◇ facebook.com/peakperformancenau