IS: Literacy Program Associate

Posting Summary:
The Department of Health Studies & Applied Educational Psychology is seeking a Literacy Program Associate. The position responsibilities will include performing academically relevant administrative tasks and contributing to special projects under the direction of their supervisor.

Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Department of Health Studies & Applied Educational Psychology is seeking a student worker to support the Literacy Program. The student's responsibilities will include performing academically relevant administrative tasks and contributing to special projects under the direction of their supervisor. Other minor and major related responsibilities, including but not limited to:

● Assist and support general office functions
● Assist with the execution of special projects and programs within the department
● Assist with website maintenance, communications, and database management
• Provide backup front office coverage for the HAEP department on Fridays
• Assisting the Front Office and Faculty with general office duties
• Making copies, scanning, and filing paperwork
• Updating and maintaining spreadsheets
• Support the office with organizing files, downloading and uploading documents for digital archives
• Gathering and preparing materials for department and program events
• Deliver paperwork to other administrative offices

Documents required for consideration:
- Resume
- Cover letter
*Applications with missing documents will not be considered

Please note:
*This position is not eligible for tuition credits.

Scheduling
Student work schedules are based upon the needs of the department and the student’s academic schedule. Students should discuss their schedule with the hiring manager/supervisor during the interview process. Hiring managers/supervisors will make every attempt to accommodate students’ needs.

Work Limitations
During the academic year students may not hold appointments or any combination of appointments totaling more than 27 hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be a TC student currently enrolled in a degree program and taking at least 5 credits
• Must be able to abide by Teachers College academic and personnel policies and guidelines, including FERPA, Student Confidentiality Agreement and the Student Privacy Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong computer, research, and presentation skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to complete assigned projects with minimal supervision

Student Learning Outcomes
Student employees will have the opportunity to develop and/or build on the following competencies while working in this position:
- Career and Self-Development
- Leadership
- Professionalism
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Technology (Software or equipment)

Salary Range:

$20/hour

Work Modality:

Student Employee - Onsite