Student Mentor: Support at-Risk Students (Part-Time)

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Westfield High School in Westfield, Massachusetts is seeking a part-time Student Mentor for the 2026-27 school year. The mentor will support at-risk students with academics and personal growth under the supervision of the Principal or designee.

The role requires building trust with students, promoting self-esteem, and helping with study habits, attendance, and coordination with teachers and families to ensure student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
• Desire to work with at-risk students to support academic and personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with students to provide a trusted adult presence.
• Set high expectations and model positive behavior.
• Help students develop problem-solving and self-esteem.
• Provide academic support and help organize schedules and study habits.
• Support students in content areas to meet course expectations.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to ensure learning progress.
• Monitor attendance and help overcome barriers to learning.
• Complete mentor documentation and logs on time.

Skills

Mentoring

Relationship-building

Student support

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Westfield High School in Westfield, Massachusetts is seeking a part-time Student Mentor for the 2026-27 school year. The mentor will support at-risk students with academics and personal growth under the supervision of the Principal or designee.

The role requires building trust with students, promoting self-esteem, and helping with study habits, attendance, and coordination with teachers and families to ensure student success.