TRIO Mentor, Upward Bound

CP01 University System of New Hampshire; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to USNH Employee Benefits

Supportive community environment

Job summary

CP01 University System of New Hampshire is seeking a dedicated individual for academic skill development and mentoring roles. This position involves providing tutoring support, creating curricula for extended learning, and ensuring the safety of students during preparation activities. Commitment to working with adolescents and excellent interpersonal skills are essential.

The ideal candidate is currently enrolled in a college degree program, demonstrating academic success. Benefits include access to employee resources and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a college degree program with at least 45 credits.
• Demonstrated academic success and enthusiasm.
• Interest in working with adolescents required.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic skill instruction and tutoring support.
• Create curricula and lesson plans for extended learning.
• Serve as a positive role model for low-income, first-generation students.

Skills

Academic skill instruction

Tutoring support

Curriculum development

Mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Education

Current enrollment in a college degree program

Job description

Responsibilities

Academic Skill Development (25%): Provide academic skill instruction in study skills, time management, LMS/technology use, and organization. Offer tutoring support during daily independent and group study sessions. Conference regularly with teachers and academic departments to stay current on lessons and topics to support student academic success. Provide learner feedback and document student progress.

Extended Learning (35%): Create curricula and lesson plans for daily extended learning opportunities, including 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. Provide feedback on student progress and submit evaluations for each student.

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, report in a timely manner, and maintain a positive and supportive community environment.

Other (10%): Attend and contribute to all trainings and staff meetings. Complete other programmatic duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and 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.

Benefits

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. Benefits include access to USNH Employee Benefits and Human Resources programs.

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.

Location: Keene

Salary Grade: Period Activity