Federal Work Study - Learning Assistant

East Carolina University; Zwolle; On-site; EUR 14,361 - 17,951; Part time

Job summary

East Carolina University is seeking Learning Assistants to support instructors in class, lead cultural immersion activities, and help students with assignments. You will serve as a conversation partner for beginner language learners, tutor students as needed, and facilitate engaging learning outside the classroom.

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be pursuing relevant degrees. Federal work-study eligibility and background checks apply as part of the process.

Qualifications

• GPA minimum of 3.0 is required.
• Current pursuit of a BA in Foreign Languages and Literatures or related programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors in class.
• Help facilitate and lead cultural immersion activities outside class.
• Assist instructors and students with assignment preparation.
• Serve as conversation partners for beginning language learners in and outside class.
• Tutor students, as needed.

Skills

Classroom support

Conversation practice

Tutoring

Cultural immersion

Education

BA in Foreign Languages & Literatures

BA in Multidisciplinary Studies (Russian)

Minor: Classical Studies

Minor: French

Minor: German

Job description

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy?

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy? Yes

Job Description

ECU Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures is currently seeking several Learning Assistants to fulfill the following duties:

• Assist instructors in class.
• Help facilitate and lead cultural immersion activities outside class.
• Assist instructors and students with assignment preparation.
• Serve as conversation partners for beginning language learners in and outside class.
• Tutor students, as needed.

GPA Requirement

GPA Requirement Minimum of 3.0

Students who are pursuing a B. A. in Foreign Languages and Literatures; a B.A. in Multidisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Russian Studies; or a minor in Classical Studies, French, Foreign Language Education, German, Hispanic Studies, or Russian Studies are preferred.

License/certification required

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please upload the days/times you are AVAILABLE to assist instructors in class during common meeting times for our classes: (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10-10:50 a.m. or 11-11:50 a.m. or 12-12:50 p.m. or 1-1:50 p.m., or Monday and Wednesday from 2-3:15 p.m.), your resume, a cover letter, and Federal Work Study Hiring Authorization Form online.

To be ELIGIBLE for FEDERAL WORK STUDY POSITIONS , students MUST QUALIFY and RECEIVE an AWARD from the ECU Financial Aid Office (Old Cafeteria Complex, 252-328-6610.)

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to verification of background information, with satisfactory results required before the start of the position.

Additional Instructions to Applicants

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA ) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA [e-mail] .

Eligibility for Employment

Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at [phone] or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [e-mail] . Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your major of study?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is your Grade Point Average (GPA)?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is your current year of study?
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
  • Graduate
• * Have you been approved for federal work study? (Please note that you will need to add your federal work study authorization form online).
  • Yes
  • No
• * What are your hours of availability?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you worked as a learning assistant in lecture or lab at ECU before? If so, which course(s) did you work with? (Include department and course number)

  (Open Ended Question)

  • * Has an ECU faculty member requested that you apply as a learning assistant to work in their class, if so, please list the name(s) of the faculty and the course number.

    (Open Ended Question)