Federal Work Study - Learning Assistant

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 12,501 - 17,805; Part time

Job summary

East Carolina University seeks multiple Learning Assistants for the Foreign Languages and Literatures department. Duties include assisting instructors, leading cultural immersion activities, and tutoring students.

Minimum GPA 3.0 required. Preference for BA in Foreign Languages and Literatures or related minors. On-campus position; NC residency encouraged; background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• Students pursuing a BA in Foreign Languages and Literatures or related majors are preferred.
• On-campus Federal Work Study position at ECU.
• Must be current ECU student per eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors in class and with assignments.
• Lead cultural immersion activities outside class.
• Serve as conversation partners for beginning language learners.

Skills

Tutoring

Conversation practice

Lecture assistance

Cultural immersion activities

Class support

Education

GPA 3.0

B.A. in Foreign Languages and Literatures (preferred)

B.A. in Multidisciplinary Studies (Russian Studies) or related minor (preferred)

Job description

Position Details

Title: Federal Work Study - Learning Assistant

Department: FOREIGN LANG & LIT, DEPT OF

Academic Term/Year: FALL 2026/SPRING 2027

Posting Number: 08369

Position Number: 08369

Student Job Category: Student - Federal Work Study On-Campus

Position Location: On-campus

City: Greenville

State: NC

Number of Vacancies: 4

Rate of Pay: $11.00/hourly

FLSA Status: FLSA Non-exempt

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

Minimum of 3.0

Preferred Majors

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.

Additional Instructions

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.

Special Instructions

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.

Nondiscrimination Statement

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 [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.

Contact

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.