Academic Mentor

Overview

The Academic Mentor supports student-athletes in developing essential academic skills, including organization, time management, and goal setting. Through structured, one-on-one mentoring sessions, Academic Mentors guide students in balancing academic and athletic responsibilities while promoting accountability, independence, and overall academic success.

This role is a school year position with performance evaluations at the end of each semester to continue employment. We do NOT hire current student-athletes.

• Mentoring Sessions and Student Support
• Conduct scheduled one-on-one mentoring sessions with student-athletes
• Guide students in developing organization systems (task sheets, planners, digital calendars)
• Assist in building time management, goal setting, and problem-solving skills
• Help students break down assignments and lead progress checks to track academic success
• Encourage accountability, proactive planning, and independent learning habits
• Reporting
• Complete session reports after each meeting in Teamworks Academics
• Document assignments, student progress, engagement, and any concerns in reports
• Communicate attendance issues or student challenges with SAAS supervisor
• Trainings and Development
• Attend required pre-semester mentor training
• Participate in scheduled one-on-one meetings with the supervisor throughout the semester
• Professionalism and Program Expectations
• Maintain punctuality and consistent attendance for all scheduled sessions
• Uphold confidentiality and professional boundaries

• Must be an active CCU Student
• Minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA
• Junior level or higher
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to work consistently and reliably with scheduled commitments
• Ability to maintain academic & professional integrity and confidentiality

• Experience working with peers in tutoring, mentoring, or leadership roles
• Interest in education, student development, or academic support services

Department:
Student-Athlete Academic Services (SAAS)

Contact:
Kayla Hughes kohughes

Hours per Week: 8-12 hours per week

Normal

Work Schedule:

Monday – Thursday (9am-5pm)

Estimated Pay: $8.00 – $10.00 per hour

Start Date:

August 19, 2026

End Date:
May 5, 2027

Posting Number:
Stu
00379P

Number of Vacancies: TBD

Desired

Start Date:

08/19/2026

Position End Date (if applicable)

Job Open Date: 06/09/2026

Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled

Yes – Special Instructions to Applicants

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