Mentor

C001 New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Mentor demonstrates an overall commitment to the policies and procedures of the New Jersey GEAR UP/College Bound program and supports participants through mentoring, tutoring, workshops, and field trips to encourage academic achievement and college readiness.

This part-time, year-round role requires regular meetings with mentees, and collaboration with counselors to develop and complete Personal Education Plans, while fostering personal growth and college readiness.

Qualifications

• Completion of the equivalent coursework of a college sophomore (24 credits) and current enrollment in good academic standing, or graduation from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Participate in mentor training and provide mentoring support to encourage higher education pursuits.
• Meet regularly with assigned participants according to the work schedule.
• Assist mentees in developing personal, academic, and life skills.
• Help mentees set realistic academic and career goals and monitor progress.
• Assist counselors in completing and reviewing each participant's Personal Education Plan (PEP).
• Attend field trips and program-sponsored activities and conduct life skills workshops.

Skills

Mentoring

Guidance

Communication

Education

College sophomore coursework or graduation

Job description

Title: Mentor

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Reports To: Dir NJ Gear UP/College Bound

Position Summary

The Mentor demonstrates an overall commitment to the policies and procedures of the New Jersey GEAR UP/College Bound program. Employment and continued employment are contingent upon successfully passing the State-mandated criminal background check. Mentors serve as positive role models by sharing their knowledge, skills, and experiences to foster the academic and personal growth of New Jersey GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs)/College Bound participants. Mentors work with program participants through one-on-one mentoring, group mentoring, tutoring, workshops, classes, and field trips to encourage academic achievement, college readiness, and personal development. The program operates year-round during the Academic Year (fall and spring) and Summer Sessions (July through mid-August). During the Academic Year, activities are held Monday through Thursday (with occasional Fridays) from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and/or 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., with 20 Saturday sessions from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. School-day schedules may be adjusted based on participating schools. Summer Sessions are currently held for up to six weeks, Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with occasional Saturday events. Additional after-school and during-school hours may be available based on program needs, and work hours may be adjusted as necessary.

Essential Functions

• Participate in all NJ College Bound Mentor Training sponsored by the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education and the Consortium.
• Provide mentoring support and guidance to encourage participants to pursue and succeed in higher education.
• Meet regularly with assigned participants in accordance with the established work schedule.
• Assist mentees in developing the personal, academic, and life skills necessary for success.
• Help assigned participants establish realistic academic and career goals and expectations.
• Assist counselors in completing and reviewing each participant's Personal Education Plan (PEP).
• Accompany mentees on field trips and other program-sponsored activities.
• Conduct and/or assist with workshops focused on life skills, college readiness, and educational planning.
• Evaluate and document the progress and experiences of assigned mentees.
• Provide participants with appropriate academic and community resource information.
• Commit to serving for a minimum of one full program session (fall, spring, or summer), with exceptions considered as appropriate.

Prerequisite Qualifications

Completion of the equivalent coursework of a college sophomore (24 credits) and current enrollment in good academic standing, or graduation from an accredited college or university. At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be waived where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience that specifically prepares the candidate for success in the position.

Compensation

$16-$30/hour

Range: Hourly Employees NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Time Type: Part time

Pay Rate: Hourly

Additional Information

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