San Joaquin Valley College Federal Work Study Academic Support

Summary: Federal Work Study student workers assist in various departments in helping students with general questions, tutoring and administrative work. All work performed must be in the context of assisting students. Only San Joaquin Valley College and Carrington College students are eligible for this role. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties can include routine daily academic activities in the areas of:

• Assisting with coursework related materials/assignments
• Tutoring students in the school's writing program in grammar, punctuation, and composition
• Assisting students in editing written technical assignments
• Assisting students with the operation of computer software
• Assisting students with disabilities as a note-taker
• Answering questions regarding subject materials, requirements, or procedures
• Preparing tutorial materials for classes (under the direction of an instructor)
• Tutoring students, either by one-on-one or group sessions
• Support retention efforts directed at currently enrolled students