Student Mentors- WHS 2026-27

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

Student Mentors- WHS 2026-27

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Job Details

Job ID: 5906935

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Student Mentor for Westfield High School

QUALIFICATIONS: Desire to work with at-risk students to support both academic and personal growth; bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required

REPORTS TO: Principal or Principal Designee

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of authorized administrators, student mentors shall:
Build relationship with students so students have a trusted adult to turn to when needed:
Hold high expectations of young people and be a role model for students
Offer opportunities to problem solve, exchange ideas, and ask questions
Use strategies to motivate and build self-esteem/confidence in students
Provide academic support to ensure student achievement:
Assist students to prioritize and organize schedule, school work, and other student responsibilities, including developing good study habits
Support students in content areas to help them meet course expectations
Collaborate with teachers and families to ensure school work is complete and up-to date, share information, and determine strategies that best support learning
Promote personal and social skills to help students navigate school and social situations:
Listen to student concerns, set goals, create action plans, and follow through with students in order to solve issues
Help students make informed decisions, and support students in developing self-advocacy skills
Collaborate with guidance counselors, administrators, teachers, and families to assist as necessary with support for students
Support student attendance and punctuality to ensure students have a chance to learn:
Monitor daily attendance; implement strategies to overcome attendance barriers
Notify appropriate support systems of any concerns/information (admin, counselor, families) that will improve attendance
Complete mentor documentation in a timely fashion, including mentor logs and time cards

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must be available during the school day: 7.15 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Must participate in mentor training provided by WPS
Part-time employment: 10 - 19.5 hours per week depending upon assignment

SALARY

Stipend- $30.00 per hour

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT
August 25, 2026 – June 23, 2027

EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield Public School evaluation, observations by WHS Administration, and student feedback.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $30 to $30 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Teacher Mentor

Welcome to Westfield High School, Title 1

Mission StatementThe mission of Westfield High School is to provide studentswith experiences that contributeto a solid foundation ofknowledge, skills, and attitudes on which students can buildresponsible, fulfilling,self-directed lives.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Academic ExpectationsDemonstrate the ability to read, write andcommunicate effectively.Demonstrate the ability to think critically.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Social ExpectationRecognize the value of a healthy and productive lifestyle.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Civic ExpectationDemonstrate respect for our diverse society.Appreciate the importance of and contribute,

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mary Keane , Title I Supervisor
• 94 North Elm Street
• Suite 101
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]