Federal Work Study (FWS) - America Reads Tutor

Hiring Salary Range

$15.00 – 18.00 /per hour DOE

Not Eligible for Benefits

This is a part-time, temporary position not eligible for benefits.

Work Schedule

Flexible hours during the week between Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 2:00 p.m. OR 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Fridays: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. OR 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Schedule is flexible based upon the availability of the student; their class schedule and the department need.

Student may be scheduled up to 20 hours each week.

Maricopa Summary

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What's Currently Happening at Maricopa

• Many of our campuses have received grant awards through the National Science Foundation to improve undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving institutions program (HSI Program).
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and employee groups to create an environment of shared governance
• One of the largest community college systems in the country
• 2020 Healthy Arizona Worksites Program recipient
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Campus Statement

Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is proud to be the only two-year public higher education institution located on Native American land. As one of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges, SCC currently serves more than 9,000 full and part-time students each semester from its surrounding communities, including the cities of Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Phoenix, and the Salt River Pima - Maricopa Indian Community.

We are seeking to attract academically and culturally diverse staff and faculty who possess a strong commitment to teaching, learning, and student success. We encourage all in our college community to contribute to and shape the direction of SCC's social justice, inclusivity, and equity strategies.

At SCC we are proud of our reputation as an innovative college that is focused on student success. Come join us in our desire to improve the quality of life in our communities by providing challenging, supportive, and engaging learning experiences.

Job Summary

Scottsdale Community College is hiring a Federal Work Study (FWS) - America Reads Tutor.

Must be a Scottsdale Community College student registered for 6 or more credit hours and received financial aid eligibility

The position of America Reads Student Worker in the Office of Student Experience and Leadership (SEL) will support campus-wide family literacy projects and service-learning events. The America Reads Student Worker will:

• Participate in family literacy activities and service-learning events to help parents and caregivers in the community improve their literacy skills.
• Provide assistance to SEL staff for family and student literacy engagement, including virtual and in-person events and projects.
• Provide social media campaign ideas and strategies for virtual and in-person family literacy and engagement events, and other projects as needed to SEL staff.

To best serve the students, department, and college, this position requires a physical presence on campus.

Additional Information

In order to qualify for a Federal Work-Study (FWS) job, a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) must be on file for the current award year and have eligible financial needs based on the college requirements. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid for more information prior to applying to a Federal Work-Study job.

• FWS is a need-based, federally funded program.
• FWS requires the completion of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and confirmation of federal work-study eligibility as determined by the financial aid office.
• FWS does not directly pay for tuition, and funds are only available to eligible students attending a minimum of six (6) degree applicable hours in a federal student aid eligible program.
• The FWS award amount is based on your FAFSA results and college funding availability, which will determine the number of hours available to work while supporting the students academic goals.
• For more detailed information, please go to the Department of Education's Federal Work-Study Program website.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a Scottsdale Community College student registered for 6 or more credit hours and received financial aid eligibility.

Desired Qualifications

• Computer skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite, Internet searching and email
• Knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, and equipment
• Ability to learn and communicate general information regarding activities of assigned area
• Ability to complete alpha/numerical filing
• Effective at prioritizing tasks and ensuring all details are addressed in a timely manner
• Ability to respond courteously to callers and visitors
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to perform basic research
• Ability to convey detailed information clearly and effectively

How to Apply

1. Confirm your eligibility with the SCC Office of Financial Aid

• You will receive an email from the Office of Financial Aid

2. Upload the following document:

• Resume

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.