Job Abstract

The Federal Work Study student provides administrative assistance to the student accounts, financial aid, education or career services department.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist students with homework assignments and other school related projects, working with small groups and individuals
• Help students with basic reading skills (pronunciation, word association, letter and sound recognition)
• Help students to develop reading comprehension and understanding
• Assist site coordinator in monitoring student behavior and enforcing discipline
• Assist site coordinator in identifying student needs and communicating them to staff and volunteers as appropriate

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Currently a college student
• Eligible for Federal Work Study
• Must be available two or three days, Monday thru Friday, times flexible with student’s schedule
• Good English communication (oral and written)
• Desire to work with children students in pre-k and elementary in an after school program
• Ability to interact with staff, students and volunteers as needed

Credentials and Experience:

• Must meet specified academic and Financial Aid Criteria
• Must meet Department of Education Federal Work Study eligibility requirements
• Must be enrolled at Platt College

Pre – Requisites:
1. 90% Attendance
2. 2.5 GPA or higher
3. FA requirements have been met (Please see the Financial Aid Department for more information on eligibility)
4. Student must maintain SAP