About the role#
Georgia Southern University is hiring a Work Study Student to serve as an America Reads Tutor for the Fall 2026 term. This role supports the Office of Financial Aid by providing tutoring services to children at local non-profit organizations. You will work up to 20 hours per week, with shifts available Monday through Friday between 2:30 PM and 6:00 PM. This is a paid, part-time, non-exempt position.
What you'll do#
- Help children develop skills in reading, literacy, and basic math.
- Drive to various off-campus tutoring locations.
- Provide engaging customer service to the community.
- Follow University policies to support institutional goals and student success.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in at least six undergraduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.
- Federal Work-Study eligibility.
- Proficiency with computer software, including Microsoft Office applications like word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- A degree path in Education or a related field is preferred.
- Previous experience tutoring children is preferred.
Location & details#
- The position is based on the Statesboro campus in Georgia.
- You must provide your own transportation to and from off-campus tutoring sites.
- Employment is contingent upon funding and may include a background investigation.
- You cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-month period.
About Georgia Southern University
Georgia Southern University is a public institution founded in 1906. It operates across four campuses in Statesboro, Savannah, Hinesville, and Swainsboro, in addition to providing online instruction. The university serves nearly 31,600 students through 11 colleges. It offers approximately 149 degree programs and maintains a focus on public impact research.
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