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PALs should be comfortable with online learning and need the following equipment:
High speed, reliable internet
A computer/laptop
Webcam
Headphones or a webcam with a mic
Responsibilities include:
Familiarize yourself with the Biol-1 course content
Host individual or group tutoring sessions online via Zoom, at various days and times throughout the week (minimum 6-10 hours per week)
Provide students with assistance in troubleshooting, completing, and understanding their labs
Provide feedback on student lab reports/assignments
Meet regularly to collaborate with the course professor
Attend training to learn about best practices in community college classrooms
In addition to the pay, BioPALS gain the following benefits:
Priority consideration for future Summer Research Opportunities (SROs), if you choose to apply for them
Earn digital badges for demonstrating select employability skills (Adaptability, Collaboration, Digital Fluency, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Social/Diversity Awareness)
Relevant experience in biological and general scientific protocols and concepts
Opportunities to network with faculty
A letter of recommendation from the PAL coordinator
Improved confidence in your skills, and increased retention and success in STEM pathways
The PAL tutor pay rates are dependent on experience and education level. Starting pay is at least 13.00 an hour. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree start at 15.00 an hour. More specific answers may be provided upon interview.
PAL hours may vary depending on the number of class sections assigned. Each section requires about 5 hours a week. Each PAL may work with 1-3 sections. PALs can be scheduled up to 20 hours a week depending on availability and If you work on campus currently, please inform us.
The Chaffey PAL program is a prototype for summer 2021. Funding for the 2021-2022 academic years is being determined.