Work Study Aide (Learning Center) Position Available In Onondaga, New York

Work Study Aide (Learning Center)

Category:

Student Employment

Subscribe:

Department:

The Learning Center

Locations:

Syracuse, NY

Posted:

Jun 16, 2025

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Other

Position ID:

189266

About Onondaga Community College:

Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized – but encouraged – to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni.

Job Description:

The Learning Center Work Study Aide provides general support to students and staff of the Learning Center as well as the English Language Institute. Some work study aides in the Learning Center will be assigned to office roles, while others may tutor students, provided they meet the same academic requirements as our peer tutors.

Responsibilities:

Greet students in the Learning Center in a friendly, courteous, welcoming manner. Use a computer to follow a schedule of appointments. Assist students in scheduling tutoring appointments. Assist students in signing-in for tutoring appointments. Answer phones and take messages. Assist students in signing out laptops and calculators. Maintain the confidentiality of students using the Learning Center Services. Participate in periodic training and staff meetings. Tutor students in course(s) that you have been approved to tutor (if academically eligible). Perform related work as required.

Requirements:

To see if you qualify for Federal Work Study (FWS) positions:
Visit OCC’s Work-Study page
Review the Work-Study Checklist
And submit a Work-Study Interest Form
Must be a U.S. citizen or in the U.S. for other than a temporary purpose with the intention of becoming a permanent resident (Eligible Non-Citizen). Must be matriculated into a program and currently enrolled. Must be enrolled for a minimum of 6 credit hours. Must display a financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Must apply yearly for Federal aid by completing the “Free Application for Federal Student Aid” (FAFSA). Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress for Federal Financial Aid. Preferred Requirements Have a written recommendation from a professor or college employee. Have prior experience in customer service and working with the public. Must enjoy working with diverse populations including those learning the English language. Multilingual students are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Clear Communication Skills:

Able to talk to others and convey information effectively.

Empathy and Patience:

Able to relate to others in a warm, calm and understanding manner.

Dependability:

Able to manage your time well and show up on time for work as scheduled. Willingness to

Learn:

Comfortable learning new concepts and using new technologies.

Additional Information:

Pay Rate:

$15.50

Hours of Operation:

This position is temporary and part-time (typically between 5-15 hours per week).