San Bernardino Public Library Instructional Federal Work Study Student Assistant, Off-Campus

The California State University; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University, San Bernardino invites applications for the San Bernardino Public Library Instructional Federal Work Study Student Assistant position. This on-site, part-time role supports homework help services and tutoring within the Jack L.

Hill Lifelong Learning Center, delivering educational assistance to students in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods. The role requires FAFSA submission, maintaining GPA, half-time enrollment, and DOJ Live Scan clearance.

Qualifications

• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or greater per semester and cumulatively.
• Enrolled in at least half-time: 6 undergrad units or 3 grad per semester.
• Must complete FAFSA for the current award year and demonstrate financial need.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, eligible non-citizen, or permanent resident.
• Approved California DOJ Live Scan.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and book appointments.
• Use copy machine and prepare for class/tutoring.
• Present lectures and read/evaluate students’ papers.
• Proctor examinations and perform tutoring.
• Evaluate student assignments and provide research assistance.
• May work up to 20 hours a week depending on grants and schedule.

Skills

Communication

Reading and Writing English

Customer Service

Adaptability

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CSU student admission/registration

Tools

Live Scan

Job description

San Bernardino Public Library Instructional Federal Work Study Student Assistant, Off-Campus

Job no: 563219
Work type: Instructional Student Assistant - Federal Work Study
Location: San Bernardino - San Bernardino Campus
Categories: Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers, Administrative, Temporary, Part Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

• Must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the current award year
• Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress standards
• Must be enrolled in at least half-time. (6 units undergraduate; 3units graduate) per semester
• Must have a federal need of at least $2,000
• Submit all requested financial aid documentation from your To-Do-List by the due date
• Must have an official award notification from the Financial Aid Office
• Must be a U.S. citizen, eligible non-citizen, or permanent resident

FWS Waiting List: Students not awarded FWS may be added to the FWS Waiting List. Please email us at [e-mail]

NOTE: Program funding is limited, applying through the FWS Waiting List does not guarantee a FWS award.

Job Summary:

Jack L. Hill Lifelong Learning Center Homework Help strengthens our community by promoting educational success and providing free homework help services for children in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods.

Homework Help provides educational success for students by providing a safe, nurturing environment that recognizes and builds on their inherent strengths and resilience.

Responsibilities:

• Answer phone calls and book appointments
• Use copy machine
• Prepare for class/ tutoring
• Present lectures
• Read and evaluate students’ papers
• Proctor examinations
• Perform individual or group tutoring
• Evaluate student assignments
• Provide research assistance
• Perform other tasks as assigned
• May be able to work up to 20 hours a week depending on grants and student schedule.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to learn and perform assigned work; follow oral instructions; work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and other students; communicate effectively with all levels; and read and write English at a level appropriate to the position.
• Special Qualification: Admission or registration as a CSU student.

Required Qualifications:

• Maintain a 2.5 G.P.A. or greater per semester and cumulative.
• Students must be enrolled in at least halftime units at CSUSB (6 units undergraduate; 3 units graduate) per semester
• Must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the current award year and demonstrate financial need
• Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress standards
• Must be a U.S. citizen, eligible non-citizen, or permanent resident
• Approved California DOJ Live Scan
• Interest in supporting adult learners in an educational setting.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to help others learn.
• Comfort working with adults 18 and older in a classroom or learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce instruction or practice skills determined by the intervention team.
• Adapt materials and activities to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Support students in using technology, manipulatives, and other educational tools.
• Student Supervision & Support
• Manage and supervise small groups and individual students while servicing them.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Work collaboratively with the intervention team for training, student progress monitoring, and lesson plans.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with school policies and legal requirements.

Physical & Environmental Expectations

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Work both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in varying weather conditions.
• Respond quickly to the needs of students, including in emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Interest in education as a career is preferred.
• Strong communication, patience, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow directions, work as part of a team, and adapt to changing needs.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) preferred.

Work Schedule

• Hours at least partially aligned with the school day, including After School Program, with occasional additional time for meetings and training.

Core Competencies

• Reliability and punctuality
• Positive and respectful attitude toward students, families, and colleagues
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Commitment to supporting student learning and development

Compensation and Benefits:

Student Employment Anticipated Hiring Range: $16.90 - $23.84 per hour.

The compensation offered will consider internal equity and experience among other factors.

Position Information:

Work status: Part-Time, Temporary, Seasonal

Academic year available hours: Monday through Friday (8:0 am – 5:00 pm).

Summer available hours: Monday through Thursday (7:00 am - 5:30 pm). The application deadline is: November 4, 2026; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received.

This is an 'On-Campus Only' position. Student Employees are not eligible to telecommute at any time.

California State University, San Bernardino, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

California State University, San Bernardino in not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Conditions of Employment

Background Check Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) may be required for student employment purposes. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check when required may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Driver’s License Check Possession of a valid Driver's License may be required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.

I-9 CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

On Campus Commitment

In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.

Closing Statement:

Reasonable Accommodation We provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact CSUSB Benefits at [e-mail] .

Clery Act In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State San Bernardino Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.csusb.edu/clery-act .

Advertised: Oct 14 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Nov 04 2026 Pacific Standard Time