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Work Study Student Assistant-America Reads/Counts Tutor
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Position Information
Position Title Work Study Student Assistant-America Reads/Counts Tutor
Academic Year 2026-2027
UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary The Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability will provide academic math and reading tutoring support to local elementary and middle school campuses as part of the America Reads/America Counts Federal Work-Study Program (AR/AC Tutors). AR/AC Tutors will provide tutoring for assigned individuals or small groups in PK-8th grade regularly.Students will be assigned to a tutor by the campus coordinator. This position will report to the Director, Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability.
This position is funded by the Federal Work-Study program and is open to
UIW students who are approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-
Study Program.
Essential Functions
Assist elementary & middle school grade-level students in academic
tutoring in reading and mathematics.
Assist students in preparing for reading and math examinations,
assessments, quizzes, and academic projects to ensure the educational
growth of the individual and/or small group(s) of students.
Tutors may provide family literacy and/or mathematical activities in a
family project/event environment that provides services to families with
preschool-age children or children who are in elementary school through
middle school.
Review and support students with academic reading and math assignments and
homework.
Submit any required documents and reports promptly.
Provide a positive and supportive academic environment.
Work with classroom instructional leaders, reading specialists, and school
and district officials/administrators to provide academic lessons and
appropriate accommodations to meet the learning style of each student
and/or small group.
The schedule of tutoring services will be coordinated through the campus
liaison to ensure the needs of the campus and students are met.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Competent and able to tutor in math and reading at the elementary and/or
middle school level. Good interpersonal and communication skills.
The ability to maintain the confidentiality and privacy of students and
academic information.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and
cultures.
Must be responsible and reliable in maintaining a consistent work
schedule.
Must be a positive and good role model for young children.
Must be able to provide own transportation to/from campus assignment.
The ability to speak and communicate in Spanish will be an asset, but is
not required.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and
cultures.
Employees shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the
University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education Current UIW students approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study program .
Required Work Experience
None specified
Preferred Qualifications
Prior work experience working with elementary and/or middle school aged
students.
Prior experience with tutoring K-8 academic reading and math.
Prior experience in working with a non-profit or community based
organization will be an asset.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None.
Work Hours
Schedule of tutoring services will be coordinated through the campus
liaison to ensure the needs of the campus and students are met; general
time frames for tutoring may range from Monday-Friday between 7:45a-6:30p.
Some evening and weekend tutoring times may be required.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift and move 30 lbs.
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number STU1673PO
Number of Vacancies 2
Job Type Part Time
Job Category Students
Desired Start Date 08/24/2026
Multi-Hire Pool Yes
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to Director, Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability
Salary $11.00/hr
Open Date 08/14/2026
Close Date 05/15/2027
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant None.
EOE UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Student Class Schedule
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Other Document
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Are you a current UIW student?
Yes, I am a doctoral student
Yes, I am a graduate student
Yes, I am a senior
Yes, I am a junior
Yes, I am a sophomore
Yes, I am a freshman
No, I am not a UIW student
Are you eligible for Financial Aid and approved to participate in the Federal Work Study program?
yes
no
I don't know
