Assistant for America Reads/America Counts Tutoring Program

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• Title: Assistant for America Reads/America Counts Tutoring Program

Job Description

This professionally minded individual will assist with the America Reads/America Counts (ARAC) federal work-study tutoring program. The ARAC program is designed to enhance the reading and math skills of Kindergarten-8th grade students in Macon-Bibb County. As the assistant for ARAC, you will provide administrative support for the tutoring program, including the use of software and platforms such as BearPulse; Workday; and Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Training on the relevant software and administrative processes will be provided during the onboarding of this position. The selected assistant will be expected to attend all applicable meetings and programs associated with their primary job duties. You will also participate in the ARAC program with one regularly scheduled tutoring hour per week. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to assistance with: Planning and implementation of ARAC tutor training and professional development opportunities throughout the year Coordination of the ARAC tutor schedule and BearPulse management Attendance verification for bi-weekly pay Other duties as assigned One regularly scheduled tutoring hour Cover tutoring hours for tutors who cannot fulfill schedule Requirements for applicants: Have federal work-study Be in a graduate studies program on the Mercer Macon campus Ability to pass a background check Extremely organized and possess excellent time management skills Works both independently and in group settings with various Mercer constituencies Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication Provide your own transportation Compensation and time commitment $20 per hour of pay that will be paid bi-weekly 10-15 regularly scheduled hours in person between Monday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm Candidates will complete the online application and submit via email to Rooyakkers_ml@mercer.edu a resume, cover letter, and verification of enrollment status. Successful employment status is contingent on having federal work-study and the ability to pass a background check. Scheduled Hours: 15 Start Date: 07/1/2026 End Date: 06/30/2027 Mercer Student Employment – About Us Student employees are vital to the success of Mercer University. At Mercer, we are dedicated to helping students find meaningful on-campus jobs and ensuring that students maximize the value of their employment experiences. We believe that having an on-campus job helps students become more involved with the Mercer University community, provides valuable work experience, helps build transferable skills, and habits that will benefit future career options. Moreover, on-campus jobs provide financial rewards. Important Note: In adherence to the Immigration Control Act of 1986, all student employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and present documentation verifying citizenship or permanent residency. You will not be allowed to begin work until the I-9 form has been completed and properly certified. The required documents include either a valid US Passport, certificate of US citizenship, alien registration card with photograph OR two of the following documents: a state driver's license, validated student ID card, original social security card, birth certificate.