Federal Study - Peer Mentor, AAPI

Peer Mentor

The Peer Mentor will play an essential role in supporting the AAPI Tatayan Cohort and Pasefika Student Union Club by fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes student success. The Peer Mentor will provide mentorship, plan and facilitate activities, and conduct regular check-ins to enhance student engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and group mentorship to members of the AAPI Tatayan Cohort.
• Share personal experiences and offer guidance on academic, social, and personal challenges.
• Conduct regular meetings to monitor progress, offer encouragement, and share resources.
• Collaborate with team members to plan and lead engaging cohort activities and events.
• Promote cultural awareness and community building through event participation.
• Develop and present workshops or informational sessions related to student success, cultural identity, and leadership development.
• Track student attendance, participation, and engagement in cohort activities.
• Assist with program assessments and maintain accurate records.
• Represent the AAPI Tatayan Cohort and Pasefika Student Union Club at campus and community events.
• Foster a sense of belonging by connecting students with campus resources.
• Support the program coordinator and team with additional responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Students must have in possession of a Federal Work Study award letter for the current academic year.
• Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 units.
• Students must have a minimum of 2.0 GPA.
• Students must take a current TB test.
• Successfully pass a live scan screening before employment
• Exhibit excellent customer service skills and willingness to assist students and staff.
• Ability to follow directions and carry out the duties as assigned.
• Familiarity with AAPI and Pasefika cultural values and experiences.
• Previous experience in mentorship, leadership, or event coordination roles.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to occasionally lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 25 pounds; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard;

and to verbally communicate to exchange information. See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Employment Requirements

• Submit to and successfully pass DOJ live scan/fingerprinting. Cost of live-scan services to be borne by candidate.
• Sealed official transcript(s) in envelope from institution or electronic copies emailed directly from institution (for positions with higher education requirement)
• Tuberculosis (TB) risk assessment
• Other pre-employment requirements may be required depending on the position (i.e. certifications or licenses; see job posting qualifications section for details).

Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements is mandatory to be eligible for employment. These requirements are in accordance with the San Bernardino Community College District's Administrative Procedures and Board Policies.

Please contact Ula Matavao via email at umatavao to schedule an interview after you submit your application.