VCA Support Staff Student Worker (CSLP FWS)

Grand Canyon University•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Grand Canyon University partners with Victory Schools, a nonprofit organization serving K–12 students, including students with autism, to help provide essential and equitable educational opportunities. This Community Service Learning Program (CSLP) Federal Work-Study position supports Victory Collegiate Academy, which serves students in grades K–8. The role provides services to non-GCU community members and is intended to improve community residents’ quality of life or address needs as defined by the federal community-service program. The work schedule depends on Victory Schools’ operating hours and needs. During the fall and spring academic terms, CSLP student workers may work no more than 20 hours per week. Applicants should be education or special education majors and must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. Applicants must complete the FAFSA to be reviewed for Federal Work-Study eligibility and award. The position pays minimum wage and has an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027.

Requirements

Be enrolled at Grand Canyon University as a full-time student in a bachelor’s or master’s program.
Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 as a bachelor’s student or 3.0 as a master’s student.
Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University; falling below minimum requirements may result in termination.
Complete the FAFSA to be reviewed for Federal Work-Study eligibility and award.
Possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Have reliable transportation.
Demonstrate willingness to help others succeed, strong ethics, integrity, and a sense of responsibility.

Nice To Haves

Education or special education major.
Previous mentoring experience.
Ability to speak a second language.

Responsibilities

Work with students individually or in groups on projects and assignments, including spelling, reading, mathematics, comprehension, and memorizing emergency information.
Demonstrate skills and techniques that support student learning.
Monitor student behavior and enforce school and classroom standards and policies.
Supervise students and help ensure their safety in the playground and cafeteria before school, during meals, and during recess.
Report unusual incidents or injuries to school administration.
Accompany students between classrooms and locations such as the library, playground, cafeteria, and buses, promoting orderly behavior.
Maintain discipline by monitoring student behavior, deciding when to give warnings, and issuing formal notices when appropriate.
Prepare incident documents, including disciplinary actions and reports of unusual incidents.
Monitor student progress in reading and/or mathematics.
Copy and prepare educational materials as needed.
Prepare classrooms for activities by setting up tables and chairs and distributing materials.
Clean up after activities, including picking up toys and trash, washing tables and chairs, and rearranging furniture.
Communicate with parents about student progress and concerns, including academic improvement, truancy, and behavioral problems.
Interpret communications between teachers and parents when necessary.
Assist teachers with lesson planning and coordination by sharing ideas and student feedback.
Perform other duties as assigned.