Class Lead​/Facilitator ; Hillsboro; age + Referral

Class Lead / Facilitator on Saturdays (Hillsboro) (age 21+) Referral

Guide students and their mentors through engaging activities and meaningful discussions focused on college access and preparation.

Minds Matter’s mission is to transform the lives of accomplished high school students from low-income families by preparing them for long-term college success. Through a comprehensive tutoring and mentoring program that begins in students’ sophomore year of high school and continues through graduation and beyond, Minds Matter supports students academically, emotionally, and strategically as they navigate the college admissions process. The ultimate goal is to help students gain admission to four-year colleges with minimal debt so they can pursue their academic and professional aspirations.

Volunteers play a critical role in advancing this mission. By serving as mentors, tutors, and class facilitators, volunteers provide consistent guidance, encouragement, and access to knowledge that students may not otherwise have. Their engagement helps students build confidence, strengthen academic skills, and make informed decisions about college and financial aid. Through meaningful relationships and hands-on support, volunteers directly contribute to expanding college access, equity, and long-term success for Minds Matter students.

Volunteer Benefits:

• Leadership and facilitation skills through leading group discussions and activities
• Mentorship experience supporting high school students through the college preparation process
• Deeper understanding of college access, educational equity, and systemic barriers faced by low-income students
• Knowledge of the college admissions and financial aid process
• Stronger communication and public-speaking skills
• Collaboration and teamwork experience through weekly planning with peers and program leadership
• Problem-solving and adaptability in a dynamic, student-centered environment
• Increased confidence, responsibility, and sense of civic engagement

Serve as a Class Lead for a cohort of motivated high school students who are committed to pursuing college. In this role, you will guide students and their mentors through engaging activities and meaningful discussions focused on college access and preparation.

Class Leads meet weekly for one hour with other Class Leads and the Program Director to collaborate, plan, and prepare for Saturday sessions. Saturday cohort sessions take place from 12:30–2:30 PM and emphasize leadership, community-building, and student engagement.

This is an impactful leadership opportunity for individuals who enjoy taking initiative, facilitating group discussions, and bringing an enthusiastic, action-oriented approach to expanding college access for students.

Apply here:

• Volunteers needed Saturdays afternoons during the academic year (Sept - May) from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Referral Opportunity: This opportunity is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. After you express interest, the partner will contact you with next steps and confirmation details.

Hands On Greater Portland

Hours:

Your hours may not appear in your Hands On account because this is a partner‑managed opportunity.

Issue Area(s) Children & Youth Education, Civic & Community

Population Served Low-income Communities

Activity Type Tutoring, Mentoring/Youth Development

Requirements
Age Minimum (with Adult): 21+, Minimum Age: 21+

After expressing interest, the Opportunity Leader will contact you to confirm participation and provide directions for this opportunity.

In order to register for this opportunity you must log in to an existing account or register to create a new account.

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• Choose an existing team you're already a member or captain of, or
• Create a new team to sign up.

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