Lead Mentor - Middle School

About the role

The Lead Mentor will support youth through dedicated mentorship within a school setting, specifically at Baker Middle School in Tacoma, WA.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group mentoring sessions to build relationships, deliver lessons, and co-lead with volunteers, following a schedule developed with Baker Middle School.
• Provide group and one-on-one mentoring to middle school students ("Littles") on a regular schedule, offering both collective and individualized support in coordination with the school.
• Conduct both group and individual mentoring sessions as planned with the school, focusing on helping students set goals, build social and emotional skills, and achieve academic success.
• Monitor and track student progress by keeping detailed records for each mentee.
• Develop and implement mentoring activities and curriculum, adjusting materials as needed to meet the specific needs of high school students.
• Apply positive behavior management strategies to create a safe and supportive group environment.
• Keep accurate attendance records for all group and one-on-one mentoring sessions in Matchforce.
• Participate in weekly check-ins with the Regional Director review student progress and adjust programming as needed.
• Meet monthly with the school's point of contact and the Regional Director receive feedback and make program improvements.
• Integrate into the middle school staff team to provide additional support and ensure alignment with school policies, culture, and goals.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians, teachers, the Regional Director, and other key supporters in the students' lives as needed.
• Aid in the enrollment and assessment of new students and volunteers during the summer, including conducting interviews and managing reference and background checks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with a minimum of 4 years relevant work experience in related fields, such as social work, counseling, social services, child development, or education.
• Previous experience working in schools is preferred.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred but not required.
• Ability to write and speak Spanish fluently preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of and use of a customer relations management (CRM) system is a plus (Matchforce preferred).

Skills

• Strong commitment to the values of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, show strong attention to detail, handle logistics, and organize time and priorities.
• Strong understanding of child development and family dynamics.
• Demonstrated ability to form and sustain appropriate youth and adult volunteer-based relationships based on positive youth development and volunteer satisfaction.
• Strong group facilitation and public speaking skills, specifically working with youth.
• Effective communication and collaboration with school and program staff.

Benefits

Comprehensive well-being programs which include: 100% employer-paid medical, life and AD&D and LTD insurance benefits.Optional dental and vision insurance benefits.Flexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance Programs401k with 3.0% match of annual salaryProfessional development opportunities9 Business Holidays a yearVacation, Sick, and Personal Holiday paid time off

Pay

$55,000 - $57,500 annually, paid as an hour wage DOE.

Schedule

This position will be based out of Baker Middle School. Attendance at the BBBSPS Tacoma office will be required when school is not in session and as needed (Hybrid, 2 days onsite & 3 days remote with one week with 3 days onsite & 2 days remote). Regular hours will be Monday through Friday, aligning with the school hours.