Summer Pre-College Community Mentor
Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, NY
Full-time
Education
Posted on May 22, 2023
In Summer 2023, the online Skidmore Pre-College Program will be supported by virtual Community Mentors to foster a sense of community and enhance the online experience for students. The primary role of a Community Mentor is to assist pre-college students with their transition to college-level coursework and guide students in creating a positive learning environment and respectful, inclusive community. Under the direction of the Pre-College Director, staff in this position serve as mentors and role models; plan and oversee co-curricular activities; provide information about college resources; offer academic and social support; inform students about policies and procedures; and enforce policies/standards of conduct. Pre-College students are primarily minors under the age of 18; thus, staff assume significant responsibility for the behavior and well-being of students. This position is part-time: 10 hours per week, primarily weekday evenings, possibly weekends. Community Mentors are supervised by the Head Community Mentor, and report to the Pre-College Director.
Primary duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Participate in virtual staff training between June 26-30, 2023.
• Be available on all scheduled nights/weekends throughout the program (July 5-Aug. 4).
• Plan and oversee virtual educational, cultural, and social activities.
• Host weekly virtual office hours to answer student questions.
• Serve as a resource for students providing general academic and interpersonal support.
• Manage, document, and report student behavioral issues.
• Abide by and enforce program policies and create a safe, respectful online community.
• Always maintain professionalism and act as a positive role model.
• Manage online platforms (i.e., Zoom), provide basic virtual tech support as needed.
• Attend weekly staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Must be a current Skidmore student. We seek candidates with a demonstrated interest in supporting and mentoring high school age students from around the world. Successful candidates should have experience working with high school students and/or equivalent mentoring/IGR/mediation skills and experience. Evening/weekend availability is required.
Pay Rate: $15.00/hr
Required documents needed to apply:
EEO STATEMENT
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.
Primary duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Participate in virtual staff training between June 26-30, 2023.
• Be available on all scheduled nights/weekends throughout the program (July 5-Aug. 4).
• Plan and oversee virtual educational, cultural, and social activities.
• Host weekly virtual office hours to answer student questions.
• Serve as a resource for students providing general academic and interpersonal support.
• Manage, document, and report student behavioral issues.
• Abide by and enforce program policies and create a safe, respectful online community.
• Always maintain professionalism and act as a positive role model.
• Manage online platforms (i.e., Zoom), provide basic virtual tech support as needed.
• Attend weekly staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Must be a current Skidmore student. We seek candidates with a demonstrated interest in supporting and mentoring high school age students from around the world. Successful candidates should have experience working with high school students and/or equivalent mentoring/IGR/mediation skills and experience. Evening/weekend availability is required.
Pay Rate: $15.00/hr
Required documents needed to apply:
- On-line application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of Three References
EEO STATEMENT
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.
