Workstudy - Peer Coach/Mentor

Job Summary

About the role

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals for the Peer Coach/Mentor work study position. This role involves serving as study leaders, sharing effective learning and study strategies with assigned students, and helping to clarify and reinforce course content, assignments, and material, with a commitment of up to 20 hours per week. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills, proficiency in office software, and a passion for supporting fellow students. Join our team to gain valuable experience in a collaborative environment and play a vital role in the academic success of your peers.

Responsibilities

• Serve as study leaders, sharing effective learning and study strategies with assigned students
• Help clarify and reinforce course content, assignments, and material
• Support students in navigating course material and academic challenges
• Provide guidance and support in developing study habits and time management skills

Requirements

• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Be in good academic standing and have no disciplinary actions on record
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Show genuine interest in helping other students succeed academically, socially, and personally
• Balance academic responsibilities with the time commitment required for mentoring
• Familiarity with college resources, services, and programs available to students
• Exhibit a high level of professionalism, including punctuality, responsibility, and ethical behavior
• Have previous experience in mentoring, tutoring, or coaching (optional)

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in office software
• A passion for supporting fellow students

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Time management skills
• Leadership potential

Benefits

No benefits are provided for this position.

Pay

The pay rate for this position is not specified.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is not specified.

Additional Information

• Please note that you must be a TCC student with federal workstudy funds to be eligible for this position.
• To apply, please indicate your availability and specific times for Monday - Friday that you are available, especially identifying when you are in class and unavailable. Also, list other commitments (e.g., classes, other jobs) that might affect your availability, providing specific time limitations if applicable.
• Describe your previous experience in mentoring, tutoring, or coaching, if any, and how you would share study and learning strategies with other students.
• Discuss a time when you helped a peer understand a difficult concept or complete an assignment, and how you would handle a situation where a student is struggling to understand course material despite multiple explanations, or where a student is upset or frustrated.
• Provide an example of a time when you successfully communicated with a group of people, and explain how you would handle a situation where a student is struggling to understand course material despite multiple explanations, or where a student is upset or frustrated.
• Express your interest in this position and why you are interested in the Peer Coach/Mentor role. Additionally, let us know why you are motivated to stay in school and obtain your degree, especially when life and school are challenging.