Federal Work Study - Learning Resource Center (Spring 2026)

Department of Human Resources • Jacksonville, AL

2d • $8

About The Position

The duties of the Federal Student Worker are to obtain work experience on campus, in local P-12 schools, and via online virtual platforms. Duties may include assisting staff and faculty with preparation for Prek-6th grade reading activities, tutoring local PreK-6th grade students in the area of reading instruction, and other support duties as required. The Federal Student Worker will assist with creating and developing lesson material, games, and manipulatives for tutoring sessions. In addition, the Federal Student Worker will work with individuals and small groups of Prek-6th graders to assist in increasing student achievement in reading. Tutors will attend mandatory training sessions and required workshops, be flexible and available to work outside of their class schedules, must be dependable and punctual for scheduled appointments, complete tutorial reports in a timely manner, and work well with Pre-k-6th grade students in the area of reading instruction. Additionally, tutors must be willing to work with a diverse student population. Positions may be filled based on individual applicants’ skills, qualifications, and departmental needs. Must be eligible for Federal Work Study. If uncertain of eligibility, please contact the Office of Financial Aid.

Requirements

• Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least six (3) hours per fall or spring semester.
• If not a first-time student, the applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
• Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from MyJSU.
• Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.
• May not be a Dual Enrollment Student.
• International students on student visas are not eligible for Federal Work Study positions.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Faculty and Staff
• Assist with creating and developing lesson materials, including games and other manipulatives used during tutor sessions.
• Attend mandatory training and workshops.
• Be able to maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Be professional and polite while working with a diverse group of people.
• Additional duties as required by the department.

What This Job Offers

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