Federal Work Study - Learning Resource Center (Fall 2026 - Spring 2027)

Department:

Learning Resource Center

Salary:

$8.25 per hour

Position Summary:

 

 

Federal Work-Study (FWS) Students in the Learning Resource Center support instructional initiatives, literacy development, and daily operations of the Center. Students gain hands-on professional experience through tutoring, instructional support, customer service, and resource management while contributing to a welcoming, organized, and student-centered learning environment. Responsibilities may include on-campus work, support in local P–12 schools, and assistance through virtual platforms, depending on program and departmental needs.

**Must be eligible for Federal Work Study. If uncertain of eligibility, please contact the Office of Financial Aid.

Knowledge of:

• Basic sales and customer service principals
• Basic instructional supplies
• Literacy tutoring

Skills:

• Computer operations
• Microsoft Office 365
• Making change

Ability to:

• Work with a variety of learners
• Work with a variety of instructional materials

Required Qualifications:

• Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study funding.
• Interest in education, literacy, customer service, or academic support services preferred.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn new systems, procedures, and equipment operations.
• Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least six (3) hours per fall or spring semester.
• If not a first-time student, the applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
• Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from MyJSU.
• Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.

• May not be a Dual Enrollment Student.

Notice Regarding International Students:

• All international students must be in a valid immigration status.
• Due to Visa requirements international students must be enrolled as a full-time JSU student and possess each of the following:

1. Passport from their respective country.
2. F-1 Student Visa or J-1 Exchange Student Visa.
3. U.S. Customs Form I-94.
4. Official photo identification.
5. Official Social Security Card imprinted with “Valid for Work Only” or similar statement

Preferred Qualifications:

 

Mandatory Training:

• FERPA: Protecting Student Privacy
• AL Ethics Commission Training
• Assigned courses in Vector LMS

Position Required Training:

 

 

Machines & Equipment:

• Receive training and safely operate equipment such as poster makers, printers, laminators, and other instructional support tools.
• Follow established protocols for the proper use, care, and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist the Director with inventory management, including tracking materials, organizing storage areas, and reporting shortages or maintenance needs.
• Contribute to the general upkeep, organization, and cleanliness of the Learning Resource Center.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Instructional & Academic Support

• Assist staff and faculty with the preparation and facilitation of PreK–6 reading and literacy activities.
• Tutor PreK–6 students individually and in small groups to support reading development and academic growth.
• Assist with the creation, organization, and maintenance of instructional materials, including lesson plans, games, manipulatives, and literacy resources.
• Complete tutoring documentation and reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in required trainings and workshops related to tutoring, literacy instruction, and student support.

Learning Resource Center Operations & Customer Service

• Provide exceptional customer service to students, faculty, staff, and community patrons visiting the Learning Resource Center.
• Assist patrons with locating instructional materials, equipment, and inventory items housed in the Resource Center.
• Use the Learning Resource Center inventory system to check materials and equipment in and out accurately.
• Follow established procedures for processing cash and non-cash payments, including the ability to make corre