CSLP Student Worker - Literacy Support Tutor (FWS - CSLP)

Grand Canyon University • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Grand Canyon University (GCU) maintains relationships with nonprofit organizations identified by the IRS as 501(c)(3) by virtue of their charitable programs. The collective mission of 501(c)(3) organizations in the Phoenix Valley is to improve the quality of life for community residents or to solve particular problems related to those residents’ needs. GCU maintains a partnership with Ocotillo Elementary, located at 3225 W Ocotillo Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85017, which is part of the Washington Elementary School District. Ocotillo Elementary is committed to providing differentiated learning opportunities that support academic success for all students. The CSLP student worker’s work schedule is dependent on the hours of operations and needs of Ocotillo Elementary; however, CSLP student workers may not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic year (i.e., fall/spring). If eligible, CSLP student workers can work during summer (i.e., May – August). CSLP: This position has been reviewed and approved as Community Service as defined by 34 CFR 675.2(b). Per 34 CFR 675.2(b), community services are defined as, “Services which are designed to improve the quality of life for community residents, particularly low-income individuals, or to solve particular problems related to their need.” These services must be open and accessible to the community. As an FWS-CSLP approved position, its services will be offered to non-GCU community members (i.e., local residents). Note: All FWS and FWS-CSLP positions require applicants to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa to be reviewed for FWS-eligibility and awarded FWS.

Requirements

• Have passion and willingness to help others succeed.
• Possess strong ethics, integrity, and sense of responsibility.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:
• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
• You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Mentoring a plus.
• Ability to speak a second language a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with small student groups to increase literacy skill and reading proficiency.
• Teach engaging and supportive lessons to meet student’s individual needs.
• Model and reinforce peer support, good decision-making, and conflict resolution.
• Prepare materials to support lesson execution.
• Other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees