1st Year Experience Peer Mentor

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

A major educational institution in Chicago is seeking a 1st Year Experience Peer Mentor to support students transitioning to college. This role emphasizes interpersonal skills and a positive attitude while advising and guiding mentees. Applicants need a high school diploma or to be pursuing a GED at the institution. Offers competitive hourly compensation. A fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a diverse community, ensuring students are college-ready and career-ready.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago.
• Good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and ease in relating to diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated good study techniques and skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise and guide students transitioning to college life.
• Explain CCC system and refer students to resources.
• Meet with assigned mentees twice per month.
• Attend mentor training sessions as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Study techniques

Positive attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer software programs

Job description

1st Year Experience Peer Mentor

Harold Washington College

Are you a people-person with a talent for quickly solving problems and achieving results? Do you have a desire to work in a welcoming environment making college a reality for a large, diverse student population? If so, this is the opportunity for you!

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
• Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
• Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes
• Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
• Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
• Applicants must be in “good standing” – no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
• Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the Student Mentor advises, guides, and serves as a role model for other students as they transition to college life.
• Explains CCC system to interested students; helps students become aware of College resources; advises and refers students to appropriate College resources.
• Provides information on study techniques, organizational skills and learning aides to support the student’s transition to college life.
• Meets with assigned mentee(s) to advise twice per month.
• Assists with setting goals and works toward accomplishing each.
• Advocates for mentee as necessary.
• Attends mentor training sessions as required.
• Records observations and submits reports to assigned supervisor as required.
• Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Service Excellence Standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago
• Knowledge of City Colleges of Chicago, student activities, college resources and student services; knowledge of specific major or program
• Good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and ease in relating to people from a variety of educational, cultural and social backgrounds.
• Demonstrated good study techniques and skills.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer software programs.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago.

Harold Washington College, located at 30 East Lake Street in Chicago's Loop, is a student-centered institution that empowers all members of its community through accessible and affordable academic advancement, career development and personal enrichment. At HWC, employees contribute to the success of our students while enjoying competitive compensation and outstanding benefits packages. Build your future at City Colleges of Chicago and ensure more students complete their curricula - college-ready, career-ready and prepared to pursue their life’s goals. This is an exciting time in the history of City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), District 508, the largest community college system in Illinois and one of the largest in the nation.

Additional Information

Salary Range: $17.00 Per Hour

Harold Washington College is an equal opportunity employer and an affirmative action employer. Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago.