Student Success Peer Mentor (Remote-Friendly)

North Shore Community College; Danvers (MA); Hybrid; USD 9,643,000 - 15,154,000; Part time

Job summary

North Shore Community College is seeking a Part-Time Peer Mentor for Fall 2026. The role supports student persistence, builds academic skills, and fosters community at NSCC’s Lynn and Danvers campuses with some remote flexibility.

Work schedule varies between 8–14 hours per week, including evenings or weekends, at $17.30 per hour. Mentors participate in training, team meetings, and program activities, with CORI/SORI checks as required.

Qualifications

• Be in good academic standing at North Shore Community College and/or have a demonstrable record of successful academic performance and/or professional performance and/or being a North Shore Community College recent alumni.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in either of NSCC's campuses.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Cooperates and works well with both peers and supervisors.
• Ability to work remotely if needed with access to reliable internet for regular video conference activities.
• Demonstrates qualities of patience and empathy; respect for students of all genders, gender identities, cultural/ethnic backgrounds, ages, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Attend required training sessions and team meetings throughout the semester.
• Build connections with assigned students by maintaining active support through check-ins and offering reminders, and using multiple communication platforms (e.g., phone, email, chats, google messaging, and Zoom video meetings).
• Assist students with non-subject specific academic preparation such as time management, study skills, and academic technologies based on professional development and personal experience.
• Assist students in developing better habits by engaging in self-assessment practices to help mentees better understand their strengths and barriers with the goal of developing action plans or academic goals.
• Foster a supportive and non-judgmental environment where mentees feel comfortable sharing their challenges, concerns, and aspirations.
• Assist students in identifying barriers, explore solutions, and leverage resources by encouraging students to take an active role in their learning.
• Help students connect with other services that can assist them in their academic and professional goals such as Academic Advising, Financial Aid, Accessibility and Wellness Services, etc.

Job description

North Shore Community College is seeking a Part-Time Peer Mentor for Fall 2026. The role supports student persistence, builds academic skills, and fosters community at NSCC’s Lynn and Danvers campuses with some remote flexibility.

Work schedule varies between 8–14 hours per week, including evenings or weekends, at $17.30 per hour. Mentors participate in training, team meetings, and program activities, with CORI/SORI checks as required.