Experience UGA – Student Worker

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Student Worker for the Experience UGA program. In this role, you will work with kindergarten children using lesson plans to teach measuring concepts. Responsibilities include leading small group activities, setting up sessions, and assisting children. Ideal candidates should be enrolled as students in a University System of Georgia institution and demonstrate a desire to work with young children. Training and background checks are required. Position offers flexibility up to 24 hours per semester.

Qualifications

• Available to work on Friday mornings, up to 24 hours per semester.
• Need to pass background check and potential drug testing.
• Capable of sitting on the floor and leading activities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clean up of sessions.
• Teach sessions to kindergarten children.
• Lead small groups through activities.
• Assist with children’s departure.
• Attend training sessions.

Skills

Desire to work with young children

Ability to lead activities

Good communication skills

Education

Enrolled in a University System of Georgia institution

Job description

Experience UGA – Student Worker

Position Summary: Student workers with Experience UGA in the Mary Frances Early College of Education work with kindergarten children from elementary schools in the Clarke County School District using lesson plans designed to teach measuring and related concepts (tall/short, long/short, big/little). Student workers typically welcome children to the College, lead small groups through activities, and assist with their departure. Student workers are also responsible for setting up prior to the session and cleaning up afterward. Attending a training session and passing a background check to be completed prior to employment.

Qualified student workers will be available to work on Friday mornings and will be scheduled on an as‑needed basis, up to 24 hours per semester.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clean up of sessions
• Teach sessions to kindergarten children
• Lead small groups through activities
• Assist with children’s departure
• Attend training and pass required background check

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in and actively attending classes on at least a half‑time basis at a University System of Georgia institution during the employment period
• Demonstrate a desire to work with young children
• Ability to sit in a chair or on the floor and lead children through activities
• Availability to work on Friday mornings, up to 24 hours per semester
• Accept required background investigation and potential drug testing

Job Details

• Title: Student Assistant (non‑exempt)
• Position: Experience UGA – Student Worker
• Posting Number: G/R32429P
• Posting Date: 03/10/2026
• Closing Date: Open until filled
• FTE: 0.075
• Location: Athens, GA

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact: Hannah Rogers

Email: [e-mail]