TRIO Mentor, Upward Bound

University System of New Hampshire; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Keene State College in New Hampshire invites applications for a TRIO Tutor-Mentor during the 2026 Summer Hiring Dates. This role supports Upward Bound students through academic tutoring, skill development, and mentoring in a supportive campus environment.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, curriculum planning for extended learning, and adherence to program guidelines. Applicants should be enrolled in a degree program or recently graduated, with a passion for helping adolescents

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college degree program with at least 45 credits.
• Proven academic success.
• Interest in working with adolescents.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multi-facetted team.
• Background review required.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic skill instruction and tutoring during daily study sessions.
• Develop daily extended learning curricula and wellness/communication modules.
• Mentor and ensure safety of low-income, first-generation students and monitor compliance.
• Attend trainings and complete other duties; provide feedback and submit evaluations.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Integrity

Leadership

Self-responsibility

Interpersonal skills

Education

45 credits or more

Job description

2026 Summer Hiring Dates - June 22nd - August 14th. The role of TRIO Tutor-Mentor is vital in ensuring inclusive learning environments that allow each learner to reach their full potential, supporting self-directed individual and collaborative learning, and leveraging resources that contribute to student growth, development, and well-being.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Academic Skill Development (25%):
  • Provide academic skill instruction (study skills, time management, LMS/technology use, organization).
  • Offer academic tutoring support during daily independent and group study sessions.
  • Conference regularly with teachers/academic departments to remain current in lessons/topics to support students' academic success.
  • Provide learner feedback and document student progress.
• Extended Learning (35%):
  • Create curriculum and lesson plans for daily extended learning opportunities:
    • educational electives for students to develop new interests, hobbies, or skills;
    • wellness initiatives to promote a healthy mind and body;
    • communication and collaboration curriculum to develop interpersonal and group work skills; and
    • residential education to inform community living expectations and standards.
• Mentoring (30%):
  • Serve as a role model for and ensure the safety of low-income, first-generation students in college-preparatory activities on- and off- campus.
  • Monitor program-wide compliance with KSC and UBP guidelines.
  • Respond positively and proactively to student issues as they arise, and report in a timely manner.
  • Maintain a positive and supportive community environment.
• Other (10%):
  • Attend and contribute to all trainings and staff meetings.
  • Complete other programmatic duties as assigned.

• Provide feedback on student progress.
• Construct and submit evaluations for each student.

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Current enrollment in a college degree program with a minimum of 45 credits at the college level, or recent completion of a degree.
• Demonstrated academic success.
• Enthusiasm, integrity, leadership, and self-responsibility
• Interest in working with adolescents.
• Commitment to working collaboratively with a multi-facetted team of staff.
• Interpersonal skills, sensitivity to the needs of the disadvantaged, and commitment to the goals of the Upward Bound Programs.
• All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a Background Review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience tutoring or mentoring youth.
• Experience as a student in a TRIO program.

This position will be a part of a Youth Skills Camp.

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please
visit: https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/, https://www.ci.keene.nh.us or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location:

Keene

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