Mentor

RFCUNY Research Foundation of the City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

RFCUNY at LaGuardia is seeking a student technology assistant to support faculty with technology-enhanced tools and resources. You will help design and maintain classroom materials, manage Blackboard and WordPress, and create learning resources for students.

The role requires current LaGuardia students through Spring 2026, with at least 9 credits completed and a 3.0 GPA, plus familiarity with Windows, MS Office, HTML/CSS. Training and mentorship are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be a current LaGuardia student through Spring 2026.
• Have completed a minimum of 9 credits and a GPA of 3.0.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Windows OS and MS Office.
• Willingness to learn ePortfolios, Blackboard, design, Web 2.0, HTML/CSS.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty in designing, creating and maintaining technology-enabled classroom tools.
• Provide one-on-one training to faculty and students in technology tools.
• Develop learning tutorials and troubleshoot technology issues.
• Support ePortfolio studio and assist with surveys and projects.
• Maintain attendance, reliability and professional communication.

Skills

Tech skills

Communication

Punctuality

Interpersonal skills

Education

Completed at least 9 credits

Tools

Windows OS

MS Office

Blackboard

WordPress

HTML/CSS

Job description

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY). The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries. We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.

Primary Location: LAGUARDIA

C. C. Bargaining Unit: Yes

• Assist faculty in designing, creating and maintaining technology-enhanced tools and resources for classrooms, such as:
• PowerPoint presentations
• Creating web pages with Dreamweaver
• Managing courses in Blackboard and WordPress
• Creating documents
• Incorporating images and sound into learning resources
• Assist in the development of ePortfolios
• Develop multimedia projects
• Assist with library database and Internet searches
• Mentors assist in the ePortfolio studio, helping students to develop their ePortfolios
• Assist ePortfolio consultants and SSMs during FYS studio hours and workshops
• Use available resources to get help in solving technology-related problems/questions (e.g. textbooks, help menus, tutorials, Internet, other STMs, technology experts, instructors and CTL staff)
• Create learning tutorials as needed
• Troubleshoot application issues and Internet search problems
• Provide one-on-one training to faculty and students in various technology tools
• Develop new knowledge and skills using technology
• Assist professors with technology-related surveys
• Mentor faculty and students through providing technology-based information
• Make suggestions when appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

• Must be a current LaGuardia student through Spring 2026.
• Have completed a minimum of 9 credits and have a GPA of 3.0.
• Must demonstrate proof of technology skill either through an advanced level Portfolio or demonstrate knowledge of Windows operating system and MS Office.
• Have a willingness to learn a variety of software programs. ePortfilio, blackboard, design, Web 2.0 technologies and HTML/CSS coding.
• Must be responsible, mature, possess good communication and listening skills, good interpersonal skills, and maintain good attendance as well as punctuality.
• Have a desire to help others learn

Pay Range: $19.12 - $23.97/hour

RFCUNY Benefits RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals (link to https://www.rfcuny.org/RFWebsite)

About the Research Foundation The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges. RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.

About the Research Foundation The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges. RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.

The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.