Program - Peer Mentor

Study:
Peer Mentor for the Great Start (GS) Program at the University of Montevallo (UM).

Rate of Pay: $8.50 hourly.

Employment:
Part Time, Temporary (Student Appointment: Jobship and Work-Study). FLSA:
Non-Exempt.

• Help GS students transition from high school to college and promote academic success in their first year.
• Meet regularly with mentees to provide information, connections to campus resources, and foster a sense of community.
• Deliver weekly check-ins discussing campus resources, study skills, time management, organizational skills, campus involvement, and stress management.
• Maintain confidentiality of shared information.
• Assist the GS Program Coordinator in planning social and educational events.
• Attend campus events with mentees when possible.
• Utilize the Group Me app to maintain contact with mentees.
• Complete peer-mentor orientation, training, and ongoing trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Meet new people.
• Share one’s knowledge and experiences as a UM student.
• Develop leadership skills.
• Build experience for your resume.
• Participate in GS program class tours and pizza party event at the beginning of the fall semester to welcome new GS students.

• Student status:
  Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Full‑time student at UM.
• Must have and maintain a GPA of 2.75 or higher.
• Self‑motivated, friendly, and exhibit a positive attitude.
• Desire to help students succeed.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Comfortable leading a small group of 4–5 students.

Department:
Falcon Success Center.

Posting Number: (not specified).

Open Date: 06/11/2026. Open until filled.

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on national origin, citizenship, or immigration status. The university typically does not sponsor work visas or transfers.

UM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution.