8th Grade Student WorkerOnly students who will be 14 or 15 years

Job Description - 8th Grade Student WorkerOnly students who will be 14 or 15 years (2600014V)

8th Grade Student WorkerOnly students who will be 14 or 15 years

Job Number:

2600014V

Job Posting

: Jun 15, 2026, 9:14:29 PM

Primary Location

: North/Northwest Side-832 West Sheridan Road (Horace Greeley School)

Organization

: Elementary School

Benefits Handbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LFtgRZWEJ6P1M3dhLRSLpzCdh8uvwZrr/view

JOB DESCRIPTION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

GREELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OFFICIAL POSITION TEMPLATE

IMPORTANT POSTING REQUIREMENT:

Please Note: Only students who will be 14 or 15 years old by June 1, 2026 should apply to this job posting. This position is

strictly open for Greeley Elementary students only.

DEPARTMENT / PROGRAM SUMMARY

The Greeley 8th grade worker program is a school-based effort to engage capable students in meaningful work

experiences. The program includes a component of learning and a component of working. Student workers and

their guardian(s) understand that successful academic performance (grades of C or higher in all core subjects),

attendance (90% attendance or higher), and appropriate behavior is required. Students who drop below grades of

C, below 90% attendance, or behavioral infractions may be placed on warning or removed from job duties so that

they can regain sufficient academic standing.

JOB SUMMARY

8th Grade Student Workers support the school and the community in engaging all stakeholders to improve the

Greeley experience. Student workers have varied tasks ranging from peer tutoring to computer repair to office

work to community service and outreach. This position reports directly to the School Principal or designated

program supervisor.

This student employee position will be compensated for time worked on an hourly basis. The work schedule for

this role will consist of an estimated 8 hours per week (likely 4 days per week, 2 hours per day) during the school

year and 20-30 hours per week in June for an anticipated period of 3 months. Preference is given to Greeley

students and graduates. Students from other CPS schools may apply by invitation only.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Peer tutoring and student mentoring support

Office Support (filing, copying, organization, answering basic inquiries)

Environmental cleanup and school beautification projects

Community engagement and outreach support

Other duties as assigned by school administration

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to apply critical thinking skills when faced with challenges in order to problem solve and arrive at a

solution

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Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to collaborate with school staff and peer students as an active member of a team

Proficient in the use of digital technology (ex: basic computers skills, Google Workspace)

Capable of maintaining professionalism in various situations

Ability to manage time effectively and be punctual for scheduled meetings and work shifts

Strong work ethic and drive to successfully complete assigned tasks

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

In order to qualify for this student worker position, candidates must be actively enrolled as a CPS student. A valid

work permit will be required for students under the age of 16. Greeley will issue work permits directly to qualified

candidates upon completion of safety paperwork.