About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Position Summary</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-bottom:16.0px;margin-top:16.0px"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic student worker to support our 21st Century Scholar outreach and assistance </span><b><span style="white-space:pre-wrap">on site in local schools.</span></b><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"> This role is vital in fostering connections between schools, families, and the community, while promoting college readiness among K-8th grade students. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and capable of engaging with diverse communities while adapting to different environments.</span></span></span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Responsibilities</H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-bottom:16.0px;margin-top:16.0px"> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><b><span style="color:black">21st Century Scholar Assistance:</span></b><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="color:black"> Assist in the implementation and promotion of Indiana’s 21st Century Scholar program within schools, helping students and families navigate the program’s resources and opportunities. Knowledge of Scholar Track accounts is preferred, but training is also available.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">College Readiness Presentations:</span></b><span style="color:black"> Deliver presentations on college readiness to K-8th grade students, ensuring they understand the importance of early preparation for higher education.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Flyer Creation:</span></b><span style="color:black"> Help design, create, and distribute flyers to promote events, programs, and resources in a clear and accessible manner.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Provide Basic Tutoring for K-8 students</span></b><span style="color:black"> in the assigned school (s) at least one day per week, for at least one hour. This could be in a classroom setting working with a small group of students.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Attend Site-School Events </span></b><span style="color:black">where PNW’s early education and community efforts are relevant (example: Family Night, Trunk or Treat, Open House, etc). “Site-school” is the local school(s) in which you are assigned to work.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Assist the Main Office in the Site-School</span></b><span style="color:black"> when necessary and when the task is community-facing. For example, greeting parents/families who enter the school, walking them to their destination, checking-in for parent nights, etc.)</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Skills and Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-bottom:16.0px;margin-top:16.0px"> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Communication Skills:</span></b><span style="color:black"> Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively to a diverse audience.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Bilingual Ability:</span></b><span style="color:black"> Fluency in both English and another language (e.g., Spanish) is </span><u><span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap">highly preferred, but not required </span></span></u><span style="white-space:pre-wrap">for effective communication with non-English-speaking families.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Organizational Skills:</span></b><span style="color:black"> Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple responsibilities, manage tasks, and coordinate outreach activities efficiently.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Cultural Competence:</span></b><span style="color:black"> Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and demonstrate sensitivity and understanding of different cultural backgrounds.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Tech Proficiency:</span></b><span style="color:black"> Proficient in using Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and design software (e.g., Canva) for creating flyers, worksheets, and presentations.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Problem-Solving Skills:</span></b><span style="color:black"> Strong problem-solving skills to adapt to changing circumstances and respond effectively to the needs of students and families.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Availability:</span></b><span style="color:black"> Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, to accommodate events and meetings.</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Education</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="color:black">High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework or experience in education, communication, or a related field is preferred.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="color:black">Federal Work-Study Student</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Experience</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="color:black">Previous experience working in education, community programs, or with youth is highly desirable</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Physical Demands</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-bottom:16.0px;margin-top:16.0px"> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><b><span style="color:black">Activity Level:</span></b><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="color:black"> Ability to stand, sit, and move around frequently during presentations, meetings, and outreach activities.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><b><span style="color:black">Transportation:</span></b><span style="color:black"> Must have reliable transportation to travel to various schools, community centers, and events.</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Additional Information</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-bottom:16.0px;margin-top:16.0px"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, or disability.</span></span></span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>FLSA Status</b></H2> </div><div>Non-Exempt</div></div></div>