Green River High School GEAR UP Mentor

Green River High School GEAR UP Mentor

Requisition :
# of Openings: 1

Location:

US-UT
Category:
Student Programs & Services
Position Type:
Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time
Job Classification:
Non-Benefited
College:
Statewide Campuses
Department: SW Campuses RES-Eastern-Stud Affrs
Advertised Salary: $14.00 an hour

Under the general direction of the Utah State University Eastern (USU Eastern) GEAR UP (GU) Director, the Green River High School GU Mentor shall:

• Provide academic, career, and college mentorship to GU students and their families/guardians at Green River High School in both one-on-one and group settings (e.g. workshops, tutoring, activities, etc.)
• Provide classwork-based tutoring in both classroom and after-school settings to GU students at Green River High School
• Act as an ambassador for the GU program to recruit Green River High School students into the GU program as determined by the USU Eastern GU Director
• Travel regularly to and from Green River High School in Emery County to serve GU students
• Travel to the GEAR UP home office at Utah State University Eastern for quarterly staff meetings and an annual retreat in August
• Occasionally work evenings for special events such as parent-teacher conferences, professional development opportunities, Graduation Celebrations, and more
• Address the needs of diverse learners and serve as a positive role model

Additional Responsibilities:

• This position falls under USU's Title IX "Responsible Employee" designation, requiring the reporting of any disclosures of sexual harassment or sexual violence to the USU Title IX Coordinator and/or appropriate school district/school authority.
• Utah law mandates reporting of child abuse or neglect to the nearest peace office, law enforcement agency, or office of the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS).

• 30% Serve as mentor and positive role model for GU students; identify and encourage student participation in GU; meet with GU students/families/guardians in person, small group, or classroom on a regular basis: communicate with GU students/families/guardians via phone, text, or email
• 50% Assist GU students with homework and other academic activities through both one-on-one and group tutoring; assist in the conduct of workshops about college and career readiness, academic skills, life skills, and other GU-related topics for students and families/guardians under the direction of the USU Eastern GU Director: attend and assist with GU Region 9 special events; maintain consistent notes and documentation about GU students at Green River High School to ensure effective service and student funnel management
• 20% Promote GU program and activities; contribute to GU social media content; contribute to monthly GU newsletter; participate in GU training, staff meetings, campus visits, activities, and events; submit required paperwork, including service reports, according to GU deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to work in person in Green River, Utah
• High School diploma recognized by the state of Utah
• Valid Utah driver's license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current or previous experience with GEAR UP program
• Previous experience mentoring or working with high school and middle school students
• Knowledge of college/university admissions, financial aid/scholarship programs, and degree requirements
• Fluency in Spanish conversation, reading, and writing

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent intercultural communication skills for working with diverse groups of people
• Excellent critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Above-average public speaking skills
• Ability to work independently since traveling to/from Emery County schools and USU Eastern may be required
• Ability to handle confidential information, including FERPA
• Ability to follow GEAR UP and school/district/university policies, regulations, and procedures
• Proficiency in…