TRiO Peer Mentor (KCC Students ONLY

TRiO Peer Mentor

8 Hours per week - Must be a TRiO member to apply

JOB SUMMARY

TRIO Student Support Services promotes student success in completing degrees, certificates, and transferring to 4-year institutions. By providing mentoring and intensive advising, tutoring and instruction, the Department improves the likelihood of a student's academic, financial, cultural, and social success.

PURPOSE

• Create welcoming environment in the TRIO room for all students
• Help navigate KCC college campus, MyKCC, Canvas and resources for newer students
• Assist with coursework, troubleshooting available resources, and class syllabus outline and guidelines.

The TRIO Peer mentor is for KCC enrolled TRIO students only who have almost 1 year completed of their degree. Minimum wage is paid and up to 8 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job description satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Participate in training sessions as needed
• Encourage TRIO students to attend college visits and TRiO events each term
• Maintain personal contact either in person or through Canvas with each assigned student at least 2x per month
• Meet with TRiO Coordinator once a month, more if needed
• Complete paperwork about interactions with assigned students in folder
• Serve as a positive social and academic role model
• Maintain confidentiality with any shared information
• Adhere to Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Regulations.
• Follow and enforce all KCC policies and procedures.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS ROLE

• Must be able to remain patient while helping students with diverse learning needs and maintain a positive, encouraging demeanor.
• Must be able to work effectively with students from various backgrounds, cultures, and academic levels to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be a current Klamath Community College student enrolled in the TRiO program.
• Must be enrolled in an associate degree.
• Must maintain good academic standing with a GPA of a 3.0 or higher.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work in Fall, Winter and Spring terms of the current year

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Will work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Will work closely with other students.
• May be required to lift up to 25 lbs. for events.
• This position requires sitting at a desk or table, standing at a board or table, or a combination of both.

It is the policy of Klamath Community College to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.