Mentor

C001 New Jersey Institute of Technology; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology seeks Part-time Mentor for the NJ GEAR UP/College Bound program. Mentors guide students through tutoring, workshops, and field trips to promote college readiness and personal growth.

The role involves mentoring sessions during the academic year and summer, with hours typically 8:00–2:00 or 3:00–5:00, plus occasional Saturdays. A background check is required for employment at NJIT.

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.
• Education and experience prerequisites may be waived if an equivalent combination of education and experience is demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Participate in NJ College Bound Mentor Training.
• Provide mentoring support and guidance to encourage higher education.
• Meet regularly with assigned participants per the work schedule.
• Assist mentees in developing personal, academic, and life skills.
• Help mentees set realistic academic and career goals.
• Assist counselors in completing and reviewing each participant's Personal Education Plan (PEP).
• Accompany mentees on field trips and program-sponsored activities.
• Conduct and/or assist with workshops on life skills and college readiness.
• Evaluate and document progress of mentees.
• Provide participants with academic and community resource information.
• Commit to serving for a minimum of one full program session.

Education

College sophomore coursework (24 credits) and current enrollment in good academic standing / graduation

Job description

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Title

Mentor

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

Additional Information

As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.

Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator.

If special accommodations are needed in applying for a position, please visit the Department of Human Resources located in Fenster Hall, 5th Floor, University Heights, Newark, NJ 07102 or call [phone]. If you have questions, please email the Human Resources Department at [e-mail].

Additional Details

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Time Type: Part time

Pay Rate: Hourly

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.