Student Assistant - Academic Success Center - Peer Tutor (Fall 2026)

Job Title

Student Assistant

Location

East GA Campus - Swainsboro, GA

Department Information

Academic Success Center

Job Summary

The Student Assistant will support the Academic Success Center as a Peer Tutor on the Swainsboro Campus beginning Fall 2026. Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period.

Responsibilities

Assists students by answering subject-specific questions Assists students in identifying and overcoming mechanical problems Works with students to improve problem-solving skills Assists students with a variety of class assignments including essays if applicable Works within the Academic Success Center in the Academic Center for Excellence on the Swainsboro campus and virtually as assigned Assists students in any Math, Science, and English Courses Shift Specifics Up to 20 hours per week Flexible with schedule of availability Must be available to work at least 10 hours per week Must attend mandatory staff orientation meeting and subsequent training sessions

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.

Proposed Salary

$12.50 per hour This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume Schedule of Availability Three (3) Professional references including at least one former/current GS Professor

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

December 4, 2026 Application review may begin as early as July 28, 2026.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Conditions of Employment

Offers for student employment may be contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate or three or more graduate level credit hours at Georgia Southern University.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Other Information

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. This is not a supervisory position. This position is not required to drive.