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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailPlease note: this student worker position falls within the Community Service Literacy Program (CSLP). Applicants may receive emails from the non-profit organization partnered with Grand Canyon University for this position to schedule interviews. Please check your inbox for all related emails and respond in a timely manner if you would like to be considered for this opportunity. Feel free to reach out to with any questions!
Position Summary/Purpose:
Grand Canyon University (GCU) maintains relationships with nonprofit organizations identified by the IRS as 501(c)(3) by virtue of their charitable programs. The collective mission of 501(c)(3) organizations in the Phoenix Valley is to improve the quality of life for community residents or to solve particular problems related to those residents needs.
GCU maintains a partnership with Ocotillo Elementary located at 3225 W Ocotillo Road Phoenix AZ 85017 which is part of the Washington Elementary School District. Ocotillo Elementary is committed to providing differentiated learning opportunities that support academic success for all students. The CSLP student workers work schedule is dependent on the hours of operations and needs of Ocotillo Elementary; however CSLP student workers may not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic year (i.e. fall/spring). If eligible CSLP student workers can work during summer (i.e. May August).
CSLP: This position has been reviewed and approved as Community Service as defined by 34 CFR 675.2(b). Per 34 CFR 675.2(b) community services are defined as Services which are designed to improve the quality of life for community residents particularly low-income individuals or to solve particular problems related to their need. These services must be open and accessible to the community.
As an FWS-CSLP approved position its services will be offered to non-GCU community members (i.e. local residents).
Note: All FWS and FWS-CSLP positions require applicants to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at to be reviewed for FWS-eligibility and awarded FWS.
Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions:
Preferred Shift 12:45pm 4:00pm
Work with small student groups to increase literacy skill and reading proficiency.
Teach engaging and supportive lessons to meet students individual needs.
Model and reinforce peer support good decision-making and conflict resolution.
Prepare materials to support lesson execution.
Other duties as required.
Equipment Used and Responsibility:
MS Office Suite
Qualifications:
Have passion and willingness to help others succeed.
Possess strong ethics integrity and sense of responsibility.
Must have reliable transportation.
Previous Mentoring a plus.
Ability to speak a second language a plus.
Experience/Education:
Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore all applicants must meet the following
eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:
Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelors program or Masters program.
Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.
Pay Rate: Minimum Wage
Anticipated End Date: June 30 2026
Part-Time