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Housed within the Sanford School of Public Policy, the Hart Leadership Program prepares and inspires undergraduate students to practice the art of ethical leadership in public life. In addition to academic classes, program offerings include internships, fellowships, and co-curricular leadership projects at Duke, in Durham, and in communities across North Carolina and around the world. The mission of the Hart Leadership Program (HLP) is to teach Duke undergraduates how to practice ethical leadership by fostering community-based action, research with a civic mission, and collaborative practices that build genuinely public goods. Job Description: The Laidlaw Teaching Assistant will work with the HLP Program Coordinators and HLP faculty to provide support for the Laidlaw Scholars Research and Leadership Program. Student will generally work 6-10 hours per week. We offer a flexible schedule to accommodate coursework. We look for students with a strong desire to succeed, a willingness to juggle a variety of projects, and the ability to learn quickly, take initiative, and think creatively. We also seek students whose values and vision align with the Hart Leadership Program and who are interested in learning about program development and implementation. The Laidlaw Teaching Assistant will have the unique opportunity to exercise agency and take ownership of projects through the process of supporting Laidlaw this year. This role will ideally provide the student worker with valuable leadership experience that will serve them beyond the scope of employment. Specific Responsibilities: Spring 2026 • Provide classroom support and peer mentorship during Laidlaw classes. Must be available during regular class schedule. The course meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:05 – 11:20 AM. • Advise, support, and mentor Laidlaw students in order to facilitate student growth. • Interest and experience in or a demonstrated passion and enthusiasm for topics related to community-engaged research, ethics, social change, and leadership. • Other administrative and program duties as assigned. |