Part-Time Green River High School GEAR UP Mentor

About the role

Under the general direction of the Utah State University Eastern (USU Eastern) GEAR UP (GU) Director, the Green River High School GU Mentor will:

• Provide academic, career, and college mentorship to GU students and their families/guardians at Green River High School in both one-on-one and group settings (e.g., workshops, tutoring, activities, etc.)
• Provide classwork-based tutoring in both classroom and after-school settings to GU students at Green River High School
• Act as an ambassador for the GU program to recruit Green River High School students (grades 7–12) into the GU program as determined by the USU Eastern GU Director
• Travel regularly to and from Green River High School in Emery County to serve GU students
• Travel to the GEAR UP home office at Utah State University Eastern for quarterly staff meetings and an annual retreat in August
• Occasionally work evenings for special events such as parent-teacher conferences, professional development opportunities, Graduation Celebrations, and more
• Address the needs of diverse learners and serve as a positive role model

Responsibilities

• 30%: Serve as mentor and positive role model for GU students; identify and encourage student participation in GU; meet with GU students/families/guardians in person, small group, or classroom on a regular basis; communicate with GU students/families/guardians via phone, text, or email
• 50%: Assist GU students with homework and other academic activities through both one-on-one and group tutoring; assist in the conduct of workshops about college and career readiness, academic skills, life skills, and other GU-related topics for students and families/guardians under the direction of the USU Eastern GU Director; attend and assist with GU Region 9 special events; maintain consistent notes and documentation about GU students at Green River High School to ensure effective service and student funnel management
• 20%: Promote GU program and activities; contribute to GU social media content; contribute to monthly GU newsletter; participate in GU training, staff meetings, campus visits, activities, and events; submit required paperwork, including service reports, according to GU deadlines; traveling to/from Emery County schools and USU Eastern may be required

This position falls under USU’s Title IX “Responsible Employee” designation, requiring the reporting of any disclosures of sexual harassment or sexual violence to the USU Title IX Coordinator and/or appropriate school district/school authority.

Utah law mandates reporting of child abuse or neglect to the nearest peace office, law enforcement agency, or office of the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS).

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Able and willing to work on-site in Green River, Utah
  • High School Diploma or GED recognized by the State of Utah
  • Access to reliable transportation to and from work sites
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current or previous experience with GEAR UP program
  • Previous experience mentoring or working with high school and middle school students
  • Knowledge of college/university admissions, financial aid/scholarship programs, and degree requirements
  • Fluency in Spanish conversation, reading, and writing
  • Current Green River High School employees will receive preference

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent intercultural communication skills for working with diverse groups of people
• Excellent critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Above-average public speaking skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to handle confidential information, including FERPA
• Ability to follow GEAR UP and school/district/university policies, regulations, and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook email, Google Calendar, Mac and/or PC platform

Job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Contact information for 3 professional references to be entered at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Pay

$15.00/hour

Schedule

• Hours: 7 hours per week (non-benefited)
• Duration: 10 months, with no work during university/school holidays, school fall break, winter break, and spring break
• Scheduled hours in June and July contingent upon staffing needs for GEAR UP summer activities and professional development

ADA

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Indoors, incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing). Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.