First-Year Experience Mentor — Campus Guide & Leader

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia is seeking a First Year Experience Peer Mentor for the Oconee Campus. You will support new students by modeling expectations, guiding their transition to college, and helping with time management and campus navigation within UNG 1101 courses.

As a part‑time Institutional Student Worker, you will attend weekly class sessions, engage peers in discussions, and report activities and observations to instructors.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six credit hours.
• Good academic standing and conduct are required.
• Preferred GPA of 2.75 or higher for selection.

Responsibilities

• Attend and actively participate in UNG 1101 course once per week (50 minutes).
• Facilitate discussions, activities, and student engagement in the classroom.
• Serve as a peer role model with strong academic behaviors and campus involvement.
• Meet weekly with the course instructor to plan lessons and review student needs.
• Provide guidance on study skills, time management, and campus resources.
• Support student transition by connecting peers to campus services and opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Time management

Group facilitation

Student mentoring

Communication

Campus navigation guidance

Positive attitude

Education

Enrollment at UNG – min 6 credit hours

Good academic and conduct standing

GPA ≥ 2.75 preferred

Job description

The University of North Georgia is seeking a First Year Experience Peer Mentor for the Oconee Campus. You will support new students by modeling expectations, guiding their transition to college, and helping with time management and campus navigation within UNG 1101 courses.

As a part‑time Institutional Student Worker, you will attend weekly class sessions, engage peers in discussions, and report activities and observations to instructors.