Job Summary
Join a small team to contribute as a high school mentor, where you will play a vital role in empowering students to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young individuals by providing guidance, academic support, and positive reinforcement. As a high school mentor, you will foster a safe and encouraging environment that promotes personal growth, resilience, and confidence among students facing diverse challenges. Your dedication will help shape the future of tomorrow’s leaders while gaining valuable experience in education and at-risk youth development. Health insurance/benefits are not offered. Enjoy all district breaks/holidays off (Summer break, Fall break, Winter break, Thanksgiving, Spring, etc). Looking to hire effective July 20th for the 2026-2027 school year. Must be comfortable supporting students with English curriculum and also comfortable performing virtual meetings with students.
Duties
- Build trusting relationships with high school students by offering mentorship, encouragement, and active listening.
- Assist students with academic tasks/interventions in English.
- Support students by setting weekly goals and constant check-ins.
- Collaborate with director, teachers, counselors, and families to develop personalized support plans that address individual student needs.
- Hold weekly virtual meetings with remote students to help foster good communication and support.
- Communicate with families regarding excessive absences and creating a game plan to support students.
- Monitor student progress and document observations to inform ongoing support strategies.
- Keep data tracking tools up to date with student performance.
- Create a safe and inclusive environment that fosters respect, responsibility, and community engagement.
- Attend monthly Professional Development performed by our Charter.
- A commitment to working a Monday-Thursday shift (Flexible Fridays) from 8am-3:15pm.
Skills
- Experience working with children or adolescents in educational setting.
- Strong mentoring abilities with a compassionate approach to at-risk youth.
- Excellent conflict management skills to de-escalate challenging situations constructively.
- Ability to assist in academics that pertain to English and/or Math.
- Ability to teach life skills, social skills, and emotional regulation strategies effectively.
- Must be able to perform virtual meetings with students and communicate with parents when needed.
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with diverse teams including educators, parents, and mental health professionals.
- CPR/First aid and FEMA certifications are required (will provide time to complete certifications during the first week of employment).
Pay: $40,000.00 per year
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Shift availability:
Work Location: In person
