Tutor Mentor Coordinator

University of New Hampshire, United States

Updated: 6 days ago
Location: Keene, VIRGINIA
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Position Details
Summary


Operating Title Tutor Mentor Coordinator
Long Classification Title Educational Program Coordinator II
Campus Location Keene
Department KSC Aspire
Summary of Position
The TRIO Program at Keene State College invites applications for a Tutor Mentor Coordinator in Aspire to develop, implement, and assess Peer Tutoring and Peer Mentoring initiatives including coordination, recruitment, orientation, and training of student workers to foster student engagement, personal development, and academic success skills while building student leadership capacity through peer leadership positions. The coordinator will manage the daily operations, coordinate schedules and events, and facilitate communication among a diverse group of individuals. This is a full-time, benefited, grant funded position. Continuance of the position is expected upon grant renewal conditions and grant funding.
Aspire, a federally funded TRIO program, has a rich history in the Academic Affairs Division at Keene State College. The generic federal name for Aspire is Student Support Services (SSS) and its funding is competitive, requiring a successful proposal every five years. Aspire is in year 4 of a 5-year grant. Aspire is housed in the Elliot Center, the student services building. Aspire is an integral academic support office providing educational counseling, workshops on a variety of relevant topics, study skills development, time management and organizational support, the Summer Links Program, and peer tutoring and mentoring to KSC students. To learn more about the Aspire Program, please visit: https://www.keene.edu/office/aspire/
KSC strongly encourages students to seek support to be successful academically; the earlier a student receives services, the better the outcome personally and academically. Tutoring through Aspire supplements and complements courses as designed and presented by each instructor. The program brings together an individual student – or a small group of students – with a trained tutor to improve the skills essential for the course, address questions about the course content, organize a study plan, and build confidence. Tutoring is open to all students on campus, subject to the availability of tutors.
The Aspire Peer Mentoring: provides information and guidance to mentees with the intent of supporting students to be comfortable, engaged, and successful in life and college; promotes the adoption of successful behaviors, helping motivate and focus mentees when they are overwhelmed and/or struggling; and encourages mentees to develop and maintain an active relationship with Aspire through role modeling and actively connecting with Aspire professional staff, services, and activities.
Acceptable minimum level of education Bachelor's
Acceptable minimum years of experience 2 years
Additional Job Information
Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online:
  • Letter of application addressing the above responsibilities
  • Resume
  • Contact information for references


Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the College’s discretion. For full consideration, please submit materials by Friday, April 19, 2024.
Posting Number PS4546FY24
Other minimum qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, education, psychology, human services, or areas closely related to the program, and four years expereince or Master’s degree and two years experience; demonstrated leadership experience; ability to deliver engaging presentations; demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with students and faculty; evidence of organizational skills, attention to detail, initiative, and follow-through; excellent written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills; and demonstrated proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, student information systems, databases, and presentation software including Microsoft 365, Canva, Canvas, Student Access, EAB Navigate, and Colleague.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in area related to program, experience in a college/university environment, and familiarity with New Hampshire educational and/or community service organizations.
Salary Information
Starting salary range: $47,920 – $51,110, commensurate with experience, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off. This position is contingent upon grant funding; continuance of the position is expected upon grant renewal conditions and grant funding. The position is part of the Keene State College Staff Association (KSCSA).
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/60347
Percent Time Information (FTE) 1.0
Grade 18
EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action 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.
Institution Information
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/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

Posting Details


Posting Date 04/08/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Closing Date
Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? No
Interested Internal Candidates Exist? No
Job Category Salaried Staff (Exempt)
Appointment Type Grant Funded
If TERM position provide projected end date 08/29/2025
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