Student Assistant - JA Discovery Center - Dulany Waters Leadership Scholar (Fall 2026)
georgia southern universitySavannah, GA
$12.00 per hour
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georgia southern universitySavannah, GAEntry L2
$12.00 per hour
Teaching Assistants, All OtherTeaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special EducationTeaching Assistants, Special Education
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)Junior Achievement Discovery Center Student Assistant The Student Assistant will support the Junior Achievement Discovery Center as a Dulany Waters Leadership Scholar beginning Fall 2026. The Dulany Waters Leadership Scholars will play an essential role facilitating and coaching groups of 5-10 middle school students each session of the capstone simulation. They will be trained on both simulations: JA BizTown and JA Finance Park and will build great experience in teamwork, communication, and collaboration. They will engage middle school students in the process, facilitate valuable life-lesson discussions, and successfully navigate the middle school students through the simulations each day. They will provide a high level of customer service to all JA Discovery Center visitors (volunteers, teachers, middle school students, etc.). Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period. Shift Specifics: Up to 20 hours per week. Flexible with schedule of availability. Shifts available Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Must be able to work a full shift at least two days a week.
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: $12.00 per hour. This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.
Required Documents to Attach: Resume, Cover Letter, Schedule of Availability, Two (2) Professional References.
Knowledge, Skills, & 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. Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success. Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills.
Apply Before Date: December 5, 2026. Application review may begin as early as August 24, 2026.
Contact Information:
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.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: (912) 478-6947.
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.
Background Check: Position of Trust
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