Learning Center Assistant FWS

Onondaga Community College located in Syracuse NY is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40000 alumni.

The Learning Center Work Study Aide provides general support to students and staff of the Learning Center as well as the English Language Institute. This position is temporary and part-time (typically between 5-15 hours per week).Some work study aides in the Learning Center will be assigned to office roles while others may tutor students provided they meet the same academic requirements as our peer tutors.

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

• Greet students in the Learning Center in a friendly courteous welcoming manner.
• Use a computer to follow a schedule of appointments.
• Assist students in scheduling tutoring appointments.
• Assist students in signing-in for tutoring appointments.
• Answer phones and take messages.
• Assist students in signing out laptops and calculators.
• Maintain the confidentiality of students using the Learning Center Services.
• Participate in periodic training and staff meetings.
• Tutor students in course(s) that you have been approved to tutor (if academically eligible).
• Perform related work as required.

MINIMUM REQUIEREMENTS

• Must have a validFAFSAon file
• Must have a financial need as demonstrated by the FAFSA
• Must be matriculated into a program
• Attending at least half-time (6 credit hours)
• Maintain satisfactory progress (SAP) towards the completion of their program
• Current student in good standing at OCC

PREFERRED CANDIDATES

• Have a written recommendation from a professor or college employee.
• Have prior experience in customer service and working with the public.
• Must enjoy working with diverse populations including those learning the English language.
• Multilingual students are encouraged to apply.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES NEEDED

• Clear Communication Skills: Able to talk to others and convey information effectively.
• Empathy and Patience: Able to relate to others in a warm calm and understanding manner.
• Dependability: Able to manage your time well and show up on time for work as scheduled.
• Willingness to Learn: Comfortable learning new concepts and using new technologies.

• Pay Rate:
  • Starting rate of $16.00 for new Federal Work Studies.
  • Starting rate of $17.00for returning Federal Work Studies
• Hours of Operations:Monday-Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm

To see if you qualify for Federal Work Study (FWS) Position:

1. Visits OCCsWork-Study Page
2. Review theWork- Study Checklist& complete and submit theWork Study Interest Form
3. Or visit the Financial Aid Service Center (FASC) located in Gordon Student Center openMonday through Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm

Federal Work Study may work up to20 hours per weekwhile classes are in session.

1. Additional hours may be worked during college breaks.

• To be considered please submit a resume and provide the days and times you are available to work.
• Please provide days and times you are available to work in your employment.
• You can upload a word document or picture under Electronic Forms on the application.
• Please email if you need help or have any questions.