Summer Bridge Peer Mentor; Temporary, Grant Funded

SUMMARY

Temple College L.E.A.D.S. Summer Bridge Program provides a seamless transfer from high school to college for students pursuing STEM-H degrees. The program will be located at our main Temple College campus for two weeks. Peer mentors will help oversee participants and guide them through the transition to college.

The summer program will operate from July 20, 2026, through July 31, 2026. Employment will be for the duration of the program only. However, a week of training before the summer bridge program will be required. High School Diploma/GED and must be enrolled in courses at Temple College for the upcoming semester at the time of hire.

PREFERRED STEM-H Majors. Earned a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher at Temple College. Bilingual.

• Ensure the safety and appropriate behavior of program participants.
• Create a positive environment for students and peers.
• Maintain professional communication with L.E.A.D.S. staff, faculty, and students.
• Be actively engaged in the sessions with students and encourage participation.
• Serve as a "mentor" to students, encouraging a commitment to educational achievement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal, and non‑verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co‑workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job‑related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

• Knowledge of Temple College programs and campuses
• Knowledge of general STEM programs at Temple College

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong time management
• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to relay information in an accurate, concise, and friendly manner
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time

Light physical activity is performing non‑strenuous daily activities. May require lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds. The position will require sitting, standing, and walking for long periods of time. Manual dexterity sufficient to reach and handle items.

Working conditions will include a well‑lighted, heated, and/or air‑conditioned interior/office work environment with adequate ventilation, as well as outdoor settings.

Summer Bridge Program hours will be Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Daily attendance before and after the program hours may be required. This is an on‑site position. The essential duties of the role must be performed in person during prescribed work hours.

30-35

STEM Program Director and LEADS staff