Peer Mentor - Student Success Guide (Flexible Hours)

Middle Georgia State University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Middle Georgia State University is seeking a Part-Time Student Assistant - Peer Mentor at the Cochran campus. The role provides peer-to-peer mentoring to incoming students, helping them acclimate academically and personally, and connecting them with campus resources and support centers.

Mentors will complete training, work up to 8 hours weekly, and may conduct group sessions or one-on-one mentoring in person or virtually, while maintaining confidentiality and meeting campus expectations.

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled Middle Georgia State University student
• Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours
• Must be able to work up to 8 hours each week
• Must comply with strict confidentiality of information
• Cannot be enrolled in Learning Support courses

Responsibilities

• Complete mandatory training and attend Peer Mentor Training online or on the Cochran or Macon campus.
• Work closely with instructors, the Writing Center’s staff, the MARC’s staff and the Student Success centers’ staff.
• Mentors may hold group mentoring sessions during events or designated classes.
• Offer personalized guidance and support to students enrolled in programs that the mentor has experience in.
• Accompany assigned students to initial tutoring sessions
• Provide one-on-one mentoring sessions which will be face-to-face and/or virtual
• Communicate with mentees weekly through MGA email, Microsoft Teams, or other approved methods
• Educate assigned students about campus resources, study skills, and research strategies
• Document and keep accurate records of mentoring sessions with students
• Attend and assist with campus/university events to promote academic preparation and campus resources.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

NASPA Certified Peer Educator

Campus resources knowledge

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility in hours

Job description

Middle Georgia State University is seeking a Part-Time Student Assistant - Peer Mentor at the Cochran campus. The role provides peer-to-peer mentoring to incoming students, helping them acclimate academically and personally, and connecting them with campus resources and support centers.

Mentors will complete training, work up to 8 hours weekly, and may conduct group sessions or one-on-one mentoring in person or virtually, while maintaining confidentiality and meeting campus expectations.