Math Mentors (Developmental Math)

Weber State University; Utah; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Utah seeks Math Mentors to support students in Developmental Math courses. Responsibilities include one-on-one support, academic guidance, and connecting students with resources. Applicants must be current students with a 2.5 GPA and have completed Developmental Math courses. Flexible work hours range from 10-20 per week, providing a meaningful mentoring experience.

Qualifications

• Must complete training before spring semester.
• Must attend mentoring staff meetings and training.

Responsibilities

• Support students in Developmental Math classes.
• Meet students one-on-one outside class.
• Provide academic and personal support.
• Connect students to campus resources.
• Assist faculty with outreach and registration.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Ability to work with diverse students

Education

Completed one or more Developmental Math courses

Current Weber State student (undergraduate or graduate)

2.5 GPA

Enrolled for 12 credit hours

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Requisition Number: H01941P

Position Category: Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location: Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week: 10-15

Months per year

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate: $12-14

Job Summary / Basic Function

Math Mentors (Developmental Math mentors) will play an important role in the success of students taking Developmental Math courses. Math Mentors will focus on supporting students in their assigned Developmental Math class, including encouraging positive behaviors like attending classes, completing assignments, talking with their instructor, persistence, connecting to resources on campus, preparing for class, etc.

Timeline

Math Mentors will be hired in fall and complete training before spring semester. Time commitment for fall is between 5-10 hours per week to complete training.

Training

• FERPA;
• course-specific information;
• campus resource knowledge;

Mentoring Activities (Spring Semester)

Time commitment will be between 15-20 hours per week including time for:

• meeting students one on one outside of class at least once per month, more as needed;
• small group mentoring sessions;
• providing academic and personal support to individual students regarding motivation, persistence, time management, etc.;
• Connecting students to resources (tutoring, academic peer coaching, counseling, etc.)
• providing support to faculty/department, like outreach to students, help with registration, academic platforms (Canvas, registration, etc.);
• hosting events as needed (social, academic);
• Math Mentors will participate in ongoing development by attending mentoring staff meetings, supervisory meetings and other relevant training.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Completed one or more Developmental Math courses
• Current Weber State student (undergraduate or graduate)
• 2.5 GPA
• Enrolled for 12 credit hours
• All majors encouraged to apply

Preferred Qualifications

Experience

• Must demonstrate an ability or desire to work effectively with a variety of students
• Strong communication skills preferred (presenting/communicating information, actively listening, conflict management)
• Organizational and time management skills
• Autonomous and proactive
• Experience mentoring and/or motivating others preferred

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU , we would love to hear from you. Being a mentor is a high-impact educational experience ( HIEE ). This experience may count towards the Wildcat Advantage Program.

Physical Activity of this position

Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. - online training

Physical Requirements of this position

Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.

Visual Acuity Requirements

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Have you completed at least one developmental math course? (for example: math 0940, math 0950, math 0990)