You Can Make A Difference Right From Home! Become a Virtual Mentor!

About the role

The Be A Mentor Program pairs caring adult volunteers from the community with youth in one-to-one relationships. Mentors give of their time to be a friend, answering questions, and providing guidance. They serve as a role model, advocate, and resource. The purpose of the mentoring relationship is to help youth develop their full potential, both in and outside of the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Spend at least one hour per week with a mentee using the Virtual Mentoring Platform
• Focus on goal setting, homework help, and career exploration
• Provide one-on-one attention, study skills, academic support, and encouragement for success
• Help mentees build resilience, social engagement, and a support network

Requirements

• Be located in the United States
• Be over the age of 21
• Commit to a minimum of one hour per week for a full year
• Pass a background check (current system only accepts US applicants)

Benefits

• Virtual mentoring removes barriers of distance
• No commute time required
• Flexible schedule