Updated: about 2 hours ago
Location: Montevallo, ALABAMA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: ;
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Position Information
| Posting Number | |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Great Start Program - Peer Mentor |
| Department | Falcon Success Center |
| Rate of Pay | $8.50 hourly |
| FLSA | Non-Exempt |
| Estimated Number of Hours Per Week | |
| Employment Status | Part Time Temporary |
| Student Appointment Type | Jobship and Work-Study |
| General Description | Peer Mentors are dedicated to helping students in the Great Start (GS) Program make a smooth transition from high school to college and promote their academic success in their first year at the University of Montevallo (UM). Peer Mentors meet regularly in small groups of 4-5 mentees offering valuable information, connections to campus resources, and assist GS students in establishing a sense of community and belonging. Peer Mentors are selected because of their leadership potential, academic record, and desire to help their fellow Falcons. Benefits of mentoring · Meet new people · Share one’s knowledge and experiences as a UM student · Develop leadership skills · Gain experience that will enhance your resume’ · Recommendation letter and job reference by GS Program Coordinator |
| Essential Job Duties | · Complete the peer mentor orientation, training for the program, and any ongoing trainings · Participate in the GS program mixer event at the beginning of the fall semester to welcome new GS students · Meet with mentees weekly, discussing the following topics: utilizing campus resources, study skills, time management and organizational skills, campus involvement, and stress management · Maintain confidentiality with shared information · Assist the GS Program Coordinator in planning social and educational events and attending those events with mentees when possible · Utilize the Group Me app in maintaining contact with mentees · Commit to mentoring throughout the fall and spring semesters · Other duties as assigned |
| Education and Experience | · Sophomore, Junior, Senior and full-time student status at UM |
| Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities | · Must have and maintain a GPA of 2.75 or higher · Be self-motivated, friendly, and exhibit a positive attitude · Desire to help students succeed · Possess strong oral and written communication skills · Comfortable leading a small group of 4-5 students |
| Preferred Major | |
| Licenses, Certification or Registrations | None |
| Number of Vacancies | |
| Desired Start Date | |
| Open Date | 04/30/2024 |
| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Additional Statement | The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants. |
| Diversity Statement | In keeping with the charge of the President’s Diversity Task Force, which is “…to implement practices that help the University recruit and retain a diverse workforce and to foster initiatives that promote an inclusive campus environment,” UM is actively seeking applicants who fully represent racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity. |
| EEO Statement | UM is an AA/EO/Veterans/Disability Institution |