1st Year Peer Mentor

Are you a people-person with a talent for quickly solving problems and achieving results? Do you have a desire to work in a welcoming environment making college a reality for a large, diverse student population? If so, this is the opportunity for you!

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
• Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
• Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes
• Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
• Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
• Applicants must be in “good standing” – no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
• Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago

Duties And Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the Student Mentor advises, guides, and serves as a role model for other students as they transition to college life.
• Explains CCC system to interested students; helps students become aware of College resources; advises and refers students to appropriate College resources.
• Provides information on study techniques, organizational skills and learning aides to support the student’s transition to college life.
• Meets with assigned mentee(s) to advise twice per month.
• Assists with setting goals and works toward accomplishing each.
• Advocates for mentee as necessary.
• Attends mentor training sessions as required.
• Records observations and submits reports to assigned supervisor as required.
• Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Service Excellence Standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago
• Knowledge of City Colleges of Chicago, student activities, college resources and student services; knowledge of specific major or program
• Good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and ease in relating to people from a variety of educational, cultural and social backgrounds.
• Demonstrated good study techniques and skills.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer software programs.

Salary Range: $17.00 Per Hour

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.