GEAR UP College Mentor (FY 26-27)

CSUDH Toro Auxiliary Partners; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

GEAR UP College Mentor at CSUDH Toro Auxiliary Partners supports GEAR UP Coordinators and coaches in delivering services to students, including clubs, labs and workshops. The role focuses on mentoring, progress checks, and referrals to student support services within Centinela Valley high school district settings.

The position is part-time, non-benefited, with hours of 12–15 per week across at least 3 days and a typical schedule between 8 am and 4 pm; compensation is $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Be an undergraduate student at CSUDH or another local college/university.
• Maintain good academic standing (+2.5 cumulative GPA).
• At least one year of experience working with high school students from underserved and underrepresented communities.
• Knowledge of higher education college systems and financial aid.
• Experience providing workshops about college options, admissions requirements, and application procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Must be able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Must pass LiveScan fingerprinting provided by the program.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support GEAR UP Program Coordinators and Student Success Coaches in implementing services for high school students.
• Support lunch-time College and Career Club, after-school Study Labs, and student success workshops.
• Conduct individual and group mentoring sessions to monitor progress and referrals.
• Assist with planning and implementing major events (e.g., National GEAR UP Week, College & Career Fairs, Campus Visits).
• Maintain student files, track participation, and conduct data entry in the student information system.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Reliability and punctuality

Discretion with confidential info

LiveScan fingerprinting

Reliable transportation

Undergraduate student status

Education

Undergraduate student at CSUDH or local college/university

Job description

GEAR UP College Mentor
CSUDH, Toro Auxiliary Partners

About the CSUDH Toro Auxiliary Partners

The California State University, Dominguez Hills Toro Auxiliary Partners was incorporated in 1968 as a partner of the University to provide services and develop and enhance programs that are an integral part of the University's educational mission. CSU Dominguez Hills is a highly diverse, metropolitan university primarily serving the South Bay area of Los Angeles County. Established in 1960, CSU Dominguez Hills is one of the 23 California State University system campuses.

About the CSU, Dominguez Hills

Founded in 1960, CSU Dominguez Hills is one of 23 campuses in the California State University system. The university is recognized for its rich diversity and is a vital educational hub for the South Bay region of Los Angeles County. Its mission is to foster academic excellence and community engagement in a dynamic, metropolitan environment.

About GEAR UP:

Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) is a federally funded initiative based at the California State University Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), serving the high school graduating class of 2028 attending school in the Centinela Valley Union High School District (CVUHSD). GEAR UP works in partnership with educational and community-based institutions to increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in postsecondary education by providing a variety of support services and enrichment activities.

Position Summary:

The College Mentor will support GEAR UP Program Coordinators and Student Success Coaches in implementing various services to help high school students with their academics, explore colleges and careers, and plan and prepare for their future. College Mentors will support the lunch-time College and Career Club, after-school Study Labs, and student success workshops. They may conduct individual and group mentoring sessions to check on student academic progress, identify their areas of strength and opportunities for growth, and make proper referrals to student support and enrichment services. In addition, they will assist with the planning and implementing major events (e.g., National GEAR UP Week, College & Career Fairs, Campus Visits). Furthermore, they will help maintain student files, track participation, and conduct data entry in our student information system.

Position Type

This is a part-time, non-benefited position with employment through Toro Auxiliary Partners. Employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Days/Hours:

Minimum of 3 days a week, 12-15 hours per week, between 8 am-4 pm

Salary:

$20 per hour

School Placement:

August-June

Work location:

Centinela Valley Union High School District

Qualifications:

• Be an undergraduate student at CSUDH or another local college/university.
• Maintain good academic standing (+2.5 cumulative GPA).
• At least one year of experience working with high school students from underserved and underrepresented communities.
• Knowledge of higher education college systems and financial aid.
• Experience providing workshops about college options, admissions requirements, and application procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Must be able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Must pass LiveScan fingerprinting provided by the program.
• Must have reliable transportation

Equal Employment Opportunity

Toro Auxiliary Partners is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Affid We do not discriminate against individuals based on race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the TAP Human Resources Office at [phone].

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

This notation reflects our commitment to affirmative action for minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities in compliance with regulatory requirements.

E-Verify Employment Authorization

This position requires new hire/re-hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program, administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA).

If hired, candidates must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.

Conditions of Employment

At-Will Employment:

Employment at Toro Auxiliary Partners is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or advance notice.

Permanent status is neither offered nor guaranteed.

Mandated Reporter:

This position is classified as a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. Compliance with the Act is a condition of employment.

Background Check:

All candidates must pass a background check, including a criminal records check, as a condition of employment. Positions deemed sensitive, including this role, require heightened scrutiny due to the potential for harm to individuals, children, animals, property, or the financial security of CSUDH Toro Auxiliary Partners. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect an applicant's status or the continued employment of current employees.