Educational Aide, Student Activities

Santa Fe College Employees; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Santa Fe College is seeking an Educational Aide to support Student Life events and related student activities. The role is generally scheduled for 8 hours per week, with hours varying based on staff needs and class schedules.

The Educational Aide must be a currently enrolled Santa Fe College student in good academic standing, taking six or more credit hours, and undergo a criminal background check. A 2.5 GPA is required, and retirees should consult the Florida Retirement System prior to

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled Santa Fe College student in good academic standing, taking six or more credit hours.
• Criminal background check will be conducted.
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA.

Responsibilities

• Supports events which may include setup and breakdown, accumulating necessary materials, participation in the event with collecting attendance, distribution of materials, hospitality services, and clean up.
• Runs stations and activities at Student Life events by handing out food and monitoring spin wheel activities, trivia, and crafts.
• Assists with student activities projects by preparing marketing materials for distribution and/or removal, future event brainstorming, student surveys, and more.
• Aids in completing special projects and assignments as requested.
• Collaborates with Student Life staff to complete requested tasks and meet deadlines.
• Maintains a friendly and professional demeanor when interacting with others.
• Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.
• Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Event facilitation

Marketing materials

Customer service

Education

Currently enrolled Santa Fe College student

Job description

Job Description Summary

The application deadline for this position is 11:59pm EST on July 17, 2026.

Student Life serves as the hub for students at Santa Fe College and is comprised of student activities, student clubs and organizations, civic engagement and service, student government, leadership programs, the Student Engagement Center, international student support and advising, Saints Food Share, the Student Life Business Office, and Student Life marketing. Student Life also provides student-centered services such as access to a recreation room, computer lab, art gallery, ID card services, and holds evening hours.

The Student Activities Office in Student Life is seeking educational aides to support the departmental and college mission and assist staff with event facilitation. This position is generally scheduled for 8 hours per week. Hours may vary weekly based on staff need and class schedule.

Job Description

Responsibilities and Duties Include:

• Supports events which may include setup and breakdown, accumulating necessary materials, participation in the event with collecting attendance, distribution of materials, hospitality services, and clean up.


• Runs stations and activities at Student Life events by handing out food and monitoring spin wheel activities, trivia, and crafts.


• Assists with student activities projects by preparing marketing materials for distribution and/or removal, future event brainstorming, student surveys, and more.


• Aids in completing special projects and assignments as requested.


• Collaborates with Student Life staff to complete requested tasks and meet deadlines.


• Maintains a friendly and professional demeanor when interacting with others.


• Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.


• Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

The Educational Aide must be a currently enrolled Santa Fe College student, in good academic standing, taking six (6) or more credit hours.

Additional Requirements:

A criminal background check will be conducted. Must maintain a 2.5 GPA.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

Santa Fe College (SF) is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment that embraces diversity and where no member of the college community is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination in any college program or activity based on: their race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, or veteran status. This commitment applies to employees, volunteers, students, and, to the extent possible, to third parties, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, and the general public. sfcollege.edu/eaeo

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies or concerns about discrimination or harassment, including concerns about sexual harassment or sexual violence under Title IX, should be directed to: [e-mail]

Santa Fe College reserves the right to extend deadlines and/or not to offer advertised positions. Preference will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans.