Student Work Study Community Service - READING TUTOR (2026-2027 Aid Year-through 6.30.27)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

ATTENTION: This requisition is only applicable to those serving as READING TUTORS who are currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral program.

The Federal Work-Study Community Service Program allows learners to engage in individual community service projects/employment while being part of the Federal Work-Study Program.

Department: Academic Affairs | Academic Success

Full Time/ Part Time: Part Time

Regular/ Temporary: Temporary

Location: Varies based upon role

Compensation: $20.00 per hour

Date: Appointment through June 2027, to be renewed in 2027-2028 aid year if remains FWS eligible

POSITION SUMMARY

This position requires the candidate to have a volunteer position with a community service organization (i.e., is a 501(c)3 U.S. non-religious affiliated, nonprofit organization) serving as a reading tutor for preschool-age through elementary school-age children.

CU has an established partnership with a national organization that offers remote tutoring. We will work with this organization to identify individuals for the Reading Tutor position.

QUALIFICATIONS to be eligible to apply, applicants must:

• MUST have completed the 2026-2027 FAFSA.
• Have successfully completed a minimum of 1 quarter at Capella University.
• Have at least 1-full year left in their degree program
• Be continuously enrolled in a credit bearing course within a Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral program during their appointment as a Federal Work-Study Community Service employee.
• Be in and maintain good academic standing while in the role. Academic performance including GPA and courseroom grades will be considered.

For additional information on the FWS-Community Service Program, please visit the Federal Work-Study Page on Campus.

EDUCATION

Must be an active Capella learner enrolled in a credit bearing course within a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral program.

Other:

• Must be able to travel occasionally should a business need arise. For most roles travel would not be common. Travel may involve plane, car or metro. In accordance with ADA policies, reasonable accommodations regarding travel limitations can be provided. Travel will be more common for roles such as Account Executives (25 - 50%), senior leaders (10 – 20%) or Capella Core Faculty (5 – 10%).
• Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role. If so, this would include being mobile within the office, including movement from floor-to-floor using elevators or stairs.
• If offsite or hybrid role, must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
• Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered.
• Able to access information using a computer.
• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

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SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.

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