Work Study Student Assistant-America Reads/Counts Tutor

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) Ettling Center seeks AR/AC Tutors to provide math and reading tutoring to PK-8 students under the Federal Work-Study program. This part-time role reports to the Director and supports campus partners to foster academic growth.

UIW students eligible for Federal Work-Study may apply; tutoring schedules run Mon-Fri with occasional evenings and weekends. A positive, reliable, and culturally aware tutor is expected, with Spanish a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Current UIW students approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study program.
• Prior experience with tutoring K-8 academic reading and math.
• Experience with nonprofit or community-based organizations is an asset.
• Available to work Mon-Fri, 7:45a-6:30p; some evenings and weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Tutor elementary to middle school students in reading and mathematics.
• Assist students in preparing for reading and math examinations, assessments, quizzes, and projects.
• Provide family literacy and/or mathematical activities in a community setting.
• Review and support students with assignments and homework.
• Submit required documents and reports promptly.
• Provide a positive and supportive academic environment.
• Coordinate tutoring schedule with campus liaison.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tutoring

Reading

Math

Interpersonal

Confidentiality

Diversity

Education

UIW student

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Position Title

Academic Year

Academic Year 2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability will provide academic math and reading tutoring support to local elementary and middle school campuses as part of the America Reads/America Counts Federal Work-Study Program (AR/AC Tutors). AR/AC Tutors will provide tutoring for assigned individuals or small groups in PK-8th grade regularly.Students will be assigned to a tutor by the campus coordinator. This position will report to the Director, Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability.

This position is funded by the Federal Work-Study program and is open to UIW students who are approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study Program.

Essential Functions

• Assist elementary & middle school grade-level students in academic tutoring in reading and mathematics.
• Assist students in preparing for reading and math examinations, assessments, quizzes, and academic projects to ensure the educational growth of the individual and/or small group(s) of students.
• Tutors may provide family literacy and/or mathematical activities in a family project/event environment that provides services to families with preschool-age children or children who are in elementary school through middle school.
• Review and support students with academic reading and math assignments and homework.
• Submit any required documents and reports promptly.
• Provide a positive and supportive academic environment.
• Work with classroom instructional leaders, reading specialists, and school and district officials/administrators to provide academic lessons and appropriate accommodations to meet the learning style of each student and/or small group.
• The schedule of tutoring services will be coordinated through the campus liaison to ensure the needs of the campus and students are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Competent and able to tutor in math and reading at the elementary and/or middle school level. Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to maintain the confidentiality and privacy of students and academic information.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Must be responsible and reliable in maintaining a consistent work schedule.
• Must be a positive and good role model for young children.
• Must be able to provide own transportation to/from campus assignment.
• The ability to speak and communicate in Spanish will be an asset, but is not required.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employees shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .

Required Education

Current UIW students approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study program .

Required Work Experience

• None specified

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work experience working with elementary and/or middle school aged students.
• Prior experience with tutoring K-8 academic reading and math.
• Prior experience in working with a non-profit or community based organization will be an asset.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None.

Work Hours

• Schedule of tutoring services will be coordinated through the campus liaison to ensure the needs of the campus and students are met; general time frames for tutoring may range from Monday-Friday between 7:45a-6:30p. Some evening and weekend tutoring times may be required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and move 30 lbs.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.

Job Type

Part Time

Job Category

Students

Desired Start Date

08/24/2026

Multi-Hire Pool Yes

Reports to

Director, Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability

Salary

$11.00/hr

Open Date

08/14/2026

Close Date

05/15/2027

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

None.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Student Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Yes, I am a doctoral student
• Yes, I am a graduate student
• Yes, I am a senior
• Yes, I am a junior
• Yes, I am a sophomore
• Yes, I am a freshman
• No, I am not a UIW student
• * Are you eligible for Financial Aid and approved to participate in the Federal Work Study program?
  • yes
  • no
  • I don't know