Student Success Coach - Peer Mentor

Dallas College; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College is seeking staff to provide guidance and support to students, helping with campus resources, goal setting, and academic planning. The role includes assisting first-generation Pell Grant recipients and students with disabilities, with on-campus presence and potential for hybrid arrangements after six months depending on job needs, supervisor approval, and policy.

Responsibilities include answering routine questions, guiding students in career planning tools, and helping create

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Must have attended at least two semesters at Dallas College with a 3.0 GPA.
• A valid Texas driver’s license is required due to travel throughout the Dallas College area locations.
• Official transcripts will be required as proof of completion of two semesters and GPA to confirm requirements.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answers routine questions and processes forms according to departmental requirements.
• Provides information and assists students with career planning assessment tools such as SIGI and DISCOVER.
• Plans and schedules activities for student(s) with direct instructions and supervisor aid.
• Utilizes the computer to present information including E-connect, internet searches for college/university information, and financial aid resources.
• Refer students to supervisor for advanced assistance.
• Assists students in creating a customized course selection guide and academic action plan.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Student tutoring

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dallas College is seeking staff to provide guidance and support to students, helping with campus resources, goal setting, and academic planning. The role includes assisting first-generation Pell Grant recipients and students with disabilities, with on-campus presence and potential for hybrid arrangements after six months depending on job needs, supervisor approval, and policy.

Responsibilities include answering routine questions, guiding students in career planning tools, and helping create