The following is an announcement written by the folks at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy:

The Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy is now accepting applications for Hive Minders for SLIG 2025 and Spring Virtual 2025.

Hive Minders help our virtual classrooms function smoothly, addressing challenges that arise. If you are comfortable with technology, consider applying to serve during one of the courses offered during SLIG 2025 or Spring Virtual 2025.

Hive Minder job responsibilities include:  

• starting Zoom for each weekly class session;

 • managing closed captioning, breakout rooms, polls, and recordings;

 • assisting faculty and students with light tech and announcements;

 • taking attendance with the provided Airtable attendance tracker;

 • keeping SLIG staff aware of classroom and student issues or concerns.

Hive Minders receive:  

• a tuition waiver for the course for which they serve as Hive Minder;

 • training to be a Hive Minder;

 • a Hive Minder reference packet;

 • assistance and support from SLIG's Virtual Coordinator, Tech Assistant, and Director for emergencies and questions.

Courses offered during SLIG 2025 may be viewed here. Courses offered during SLIG Spring Virtual 2025 may be viewed here.

To apply to be a Hive Minder during SLIG 2025 or Spring Virtual 2025, please complete the application at this Airtable link. The deadline for applying is June 30, 2024. All applicants will receive notification via email whether they have been selected.