Volunteer: Become An Online Mentor To A Youth In-Need

Be A Mentor, Inc.; Hayward (CA); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate volunteers to become online mentors for youth in need. This rewarding role allows you to provide guidance and support, helping young individuals navigate academic challenges and personal growth. By dedicating just one hour a week, you can make a significant impact in a child's life, fostering resilience and confidence. Join a community of caring adults committed to empowering the next generation and inspiring them to reach their full potential. Your involvement can change lives and create lasting connections.

Qualifications

• Must be in the United States.
• Able to commit to weekly virtual sessions.
• Pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Spend at least one hour per week with your mentee via the Virtual Mentoring Platform.
• Focus on goal setting, homework assistance, and career exploration.

Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Goal Setting

Support Skills

Job description

Join to apply for the Volunteer: Become An Online Mentor To A Youth In-Need role at Be A Mentor, Inc. (SF Bay Area)

Program Overview

The Be A Mentor Program pairs caring adult volunteers from the community with youth in one-to-one relationships. Mentors provide friendship, guidance, and serve as role models, advocates, and resources to help youth reach their full potential both inside and outside the classroom.

Volunteer Role: Academic Mentor

Sign up with Be A Mentor to become a Virtual Academic Mentor for a struggling youth. Many kids are facing challenges due to the pandemic, remote learning, and typical youth issues. Your skills and perspective can inspire confidence and open opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Spend at least one hour per week with your mentee via Be A Mentor’s Virtual Mentoring Platform.
• Focus on goal setting, homework assistance, and career exploration.
• Build a personal relationship to foster resilience, social skills, and support networks.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be in the United States.
• Able to commit to weekly virtual sessions.
• Pass a background check (system limitations apply).

Impact of Mentoring

Virtual mentoring helps address issues like isolation, anxiety, academic struggles, low self-esteem, and disbelieve in a positive future. Mentors provide one-on-one attention, study skills, academic support, goal setting, and encouragement for success.

Sign Up

Register here: https://beamentor.org/acmen

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Additional Information

This opportunity is provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.