The Student Coordinator reports directly and in collaboration with the Assistant Dean for Inclusive Excellence, and serves as the of coordinator for all aspects of the America Reads work-study program. These duties include but are not limited to preparing promotional materials, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and managing students; coordinating school placements with the Springfield School Volunteers Program Manager and Springfield Housing Authority staff. As well as typing, responding to email messages, scheduling training and reflection sessions; processing timesheets; and addressing any problems, concerns or questions from America Reads(AR) tutors.
The Student Assistant is expected to have a working knowledge in the following areas to aid others:
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND TASKS-
- Advertise and recruit for the America Reads program, specifically at the annual Student Job Fair, the Civic Engagement Fair, and tabling in the Campus Center etc.
- Set up informational meetings with students interested in the America Reads program.
- Participate in interviews with candidates for tutor positions.
- Manage the America Reads application process; this includes collecting all necessary paperwork; the SSV application, CORI form, student hire form, and necessary documentation for HR.
