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Community School Student Assistant
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Job ID 6336
Job Type On-Campus Jobs (FWS) Tier 1
Employer Theory & Practice in Teacher Education
Date Posted Jul 27, 2026
Category Administrative/Research
Job Description

Position Summary

The Community School Assistant will provide broad support for community school initiatives through a variety of administrative, student engagement, and program support activities. This position offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with students, families, school staff, and community partners while contributing to programs that promote student success and family engagement. Although this work supports community school initiatives, the position is administered through the Boyd Center for Community Schools at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and is considered an on-campus Federal Work Study position. Some responsibilities may require travel to partner school sites; therefore, reliable transportation is highly recommended.

 

Primary Responsibilities: 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: 

 

  • Assist with collecting, organizing, and analyzing program data

  • Perform data entry and supporting documentation

  • Provide support to Community School programs and initiatives 

  • Assist with planning, preparing for, and supporting school and community events

  • Engage professionally with K-12 students, families, school personnel, and community partners

  • Help prepare materials, resources, and communications for programs and events

  • Support outreach and family engagement efforts

  • Assist with program logistics, scheduling, and general organization tasks

  • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling research data 

  • Complete other duties as assigned in support of Community School initiatives

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Additional Information

This position is intentionally broad to provide meaningful learning opportunities while meeting the ever evolving needs of the Boyd Center for Community Schools. Responsibilities may vary throughout the academic year based on program priorities. While the position is administered as an on-campus Federal Work Study, some duties may involve travel to local partner schools and community sites. Access to reliable transportation is highly recommended.

 
Job Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Current University of Tennessee student eligible for Federal Work Study

  • In good academic standing

  • Strong organizational and communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

  • Comfortable interacting with diverse populations, including students, families, faculty, staff, and community partners

  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office or Google Suite

  • Interest in education, community engagement, social services, public health, or related fields is preferred

  • Access to reliable transportation is highly recommended

Evaluation Procedure

Individuals in this position will be required to adhere to listed performance expectations and will be evaluated accordingly by position supervisors.

Performance expectations include:

  • Demonstrate professionalism while representing the University of Tennessee and the Boyd Center for Community Schools

  • Maintain confidentiality in accordance with University policies and applicable privacy requirements as it is outlined in best research practices

  • Complete assigned responsibilities accurately and on time

  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members

  • Contribute positively to Community School programs, events, and outreach efforts

  • Remain flexible as program needs evolve through the academic year

Available Openings 1
Hours 20.0 hours per week
Hourly Rate $11.00/hour
Time Frame Fall / Spring
Contact Name Megan Mundie
Contact Email mmundie@utk.edu
Work Location 1122 Volunteer Blvd Knoxville, TN 37916
Phone 334-559-1168
Fax N/A
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