Supervisor Training

New Supervisor Orientation

The Work-Learning-Service (WLS) Program partners with Human Resources to identify new hires and supervisors on campus. Departments should also notify the WLS Program when a new supervisor is hired or supervisory responsibilities are reassigned.

Once identified, new faculty and staff supervisors, even those with prior supervisory experience, are invited to participate in an orientation. This orientation uses various WLS materials to provide an overview of the Program, including the Enrollment Agreement, Status Form – Position Participation Agreement, student placement processes, position descriptions, and WLS policies. It also covers the scholarship payment process, with relevant handouts provided. The orientation is open to all faculty and staff, including those not supervising students.

Continued Support

A variety of development opportunities are available to supervisors throughout the year. A series known as Coffee & Cream Chats invites supervisors and others to learn about best practices in student labor, to discuss common issues related to student development, and to highlight programs that support learning, labor and service on campus and beyond. In addition, our luncheon series, is held monthly for both staff and supervisors across campus. In these meetings, we collaborate with other departments to bring labor supervisors up-to-date information on best practices for supervision and leadership.

The WLS Program partners with other campus organizations, including Human Resources and the Career Development Office on ongoing initiatives. Supervisor and student development activities can be tailored to individual, or department needs. Contact the Training Team by emailing training@berea.edu for more information.