Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader
Reference Form
Name of Applicant:
Name of Reference:
SI Position Subject:
Semester:
Greetings!
In order to evaluate the student listed above as an applicant for a position as an SI Leader at SDSU, we ask that you
provide us with your objective ranking of the applicant in the categories below. Using the chart below, please rank the
applicant on a scale from 1 to 5 in each category with 5 being the highest (excellent) and 1 the lowest (ineffective). We
have also included a “Not Applicable” column if you have not had the opportunity to observe the student in relation to
that category.
Thank you for your time and assistance in the SI Leader Hiring Process!
Excellent
5
4
Average
3
2
Ineffective
1
NA
Knowledge in the SI Subject applied for
Ability to lead 5-30+ students in learning the subject matter
Communication:
Informal, small group presentations
Day-to-day written communications
One-on-one verbal communication
Ability to make a positive first impression
Overall approachability
Ability to create effective working relationships with students and faculty
Ability to interpret and implement program policies
Level of professionalism
Would you recommend that the SI program hire this applicant?
Additional Comments:
Please return the completed recommendation form directly to one of the SI Program Coordinators listed below:
Linde Murray
Wintrode Tutoring and SI Programs
Box 2214, SWSC 110
Brookings, SD 57007
Phone: 605-688-4155
Linde.Murray@sdstate.edu
OR
Nathan Bylander
TRiO Student Support Services
Box 2806, SLC 104
Brookings, SD 57007
Phone: 605-688-6653
Nathan.Bylander@sdstate.edu