What are the responsibilities and job description for the Federal Work Study - IHAT Center Assistants position at East Carolina University?
Position Details
Position Information
| Advertising Department | COLLEGE OF EDUCATION |
|---|---|
| Academic Term/Year | FALL 2026/SPRING 2027 |
| Position Title | Federal Work Study - IHAT Center Assistants |
| Posting Number | 08694 |
| Position Number | 08694 |
| Student Job Category | Student - Federal Work Study On-Campus |
| Position Location | On-campus |
| City | Greenville |
| State | NC |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 |
| Rate of Pay | $10.50 - $12.00/hourly |
| FLSA Status | FLSA Non-exempt |
| Will the position be subject to the CBC policy? | Yes |
| Job Description | The ECU College of Education's Irene Howell Assistive Technology [IHAT] Center is currently seeking student staff learning assistants to work in the Center. The Center's focus is teaching about working effectively with individuals with disabilities in schools and other work environments. Student staff will: 1. Support online professional development (PD) via Canvas in the areas of Universal Design for Learning, Accessibility, and Assistive Technology, including grading module assessments, offering content feedback, and technical assistance related to the Center's assistive technology. 2. Manage data and update databases. 3. Support Center events 4. Staff Open Lab hours to support students on PD modules, assist with email and Canvas communications, support inventory and MakerSpace needs, maintaining the Center's space, and other tasks as assigned. 5. Staff members must also be available to work a minimum of 6 hours a week on a consistent schedule around their class schedule. |
| GPA Requirement | Minimum of 2.0 |
| Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.) | Open to all majors, specifically individuals with an interest in learning to work effectively with students/individuals with disabilities. Preference may be given to Education, particularly Special Education and Speech and Hearing Sciences. No experience required; this position could be an excellent resume builder as you will receive training about working effectively with individuals and disabilities. Demonstrated good communication and critical thinking skills. Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. |
| License/certification required | |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
Please upload your Resume and Federal Work Study Hiring Authorization Form online. To be ELIGIBLE for FEDERAL WORK STUDY POSITIONS, students MUST QUALIFY and RECEIVE an AWARD from the ECU Financial Aid Office (Old Cafeteria Complex, 252-328-6610.) Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to verification of background information, with satisfactory results required before the start of the position. |
| Additional Instructions to Applicants | Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement. |
| Quick Link for Direct Access | https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/97215 |
| Open Date | 09/30/2026 |
| Close Date | 04/01/2027 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Nondiscrimination Statement | East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu. |
| Eligibility for Employment | Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |
| Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST. |
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY).
Salary : $11 - $12