Harold Washington College Federal Work Study Student- ESL Computer Lab Assistant

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago is seeking an ESL Computer Lab Assistant at Harold Washington Campus. The Federal Work Study position supports students in navigating lab software, opens/closes the lab, and assists instructors. Requires active CCC enrollment, FWS eligibility, and a clean background check.

Pays $17.05 per hour with location-based pay. Working hours typically Monday through Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm. This student role emphasizes strong customer service, professionalism, and effective

Qualifications

• Eligibility for Federal Work Study: enrolled student and qualifying financial aid status.
• Must be actively attending City Colleges of Chicago.
• Pass CCC hiring process including background check and drug screening if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with navigating computers and software.
• Open and close the computer lab according to procedures.
• Assist instructors as needed.
• Demonstrate strong communication and professional demeanor.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

FEDERAL WORK STUDY – ESL COMPUTER LAB ASSISTANT

HAROLD WASHINGTON CAMPUS – WORLD LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT

City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.

The Federal Work Study Program (FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education’s regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.

Primary Objective

The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages towards educational and living expenses.

FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers and several off-campus locations.

Essential Duties

• ESL Computer Lab Assistant will assist students with their request to navigate the computers, including usage of different programs/ software.
• Responsible for opening and closing procedures of computer lab.
• Provide assistance to instructor as needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional demeanor and great customer service.
• Monday- Friday 8:00am-6:00pm availability.

Qualifications

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must be 16years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
• Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
• Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes
• Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
• Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
• Applicants must be in “good standing” – no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
• Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
• All positions are “employment at-will”

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago.
• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hour pre-credit of credit classes.
• Must be a part of the Students Financial Aid Program and approved for Federal Work Study.
• Must successfully pass CCC hiring process (Including criminal background check & drug screening if “sensitive’ responsibilities are in the job description)
• Promotes a positive role model and favorable public image as City Colleges of Chicago representative.
• Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards.

Salary Range: $17.05 per hour

Offered rate will be determined based on whether assigned location is on campus or off campus.

City Colleges of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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