Department Falcon Success Center
Rate of Pay $8.
50 hourly
FLSA Non-Exempt
Estimated Number of Hours Per Week
Employment Status Part Time Temporary
Student Appointment Type Jobship and Work-Study
General Description
Peer mentors will help students:
Identify and use appropriate campus services;
Become familiar with academic policies;
Work on improving time management to avoid and/or overcome procrastination;
Set and maintain academic goals;
Organize class materials and prepare for assignments and exams;
Build self-confidence;
Adopt accountability strategies.
Essential Job Duties
-Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with peers focusing on helping new students make a smooth transition, acclimate to campus, and establish a sense of belonging;
-Make weekly contact with mentees;
-Assist with workshops as requested by the Student Success Coach (SSC);
-Assist students in meeting academic expectations (attendance, grades, conduct, and accountability);
-Maintain confidentiality with peer’s personal information, such as contact information, issues, or problems;
-Determine conflict resolutions and understand when to seek advice and guidance from the SSC;
-Be considerate, courteous, friendly, and cooperative with fellow peers, staff, and mentees;
-Participate in mentor trainings and workshops assigned by the SSC;
-Meet regularly with the SSC to set goals and review progress of meeting those goals.
Education and Experience
Sophomore, Junior, or Senior.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
-Must be enrolled as a student at the University of Montevallo;
-Passed English 101 and English 102 with at least a B;
-Has a UM institutional GPA of 2.
75 or higher;
-Must possess strong oral and written communication skills;
-Desire to help students succeed;
-Have not had any student conduct referrals in the past year (previous 2 semesters).
Preferred Major
Licenses, Certification or Registrations
None
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Open Date 04/12/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Additional Statement
The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status.
Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa.
No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.
Diversity Statement
In keeping with the charge of the President’s Diversity Task Force, which is “…to implement practices that help the University recruit and retain a diverse workforce and to foster initiatives that promote an inclusive campus environment,” UM is actively seeking applicants who fully represent racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity.
EEO Statement
UM is an AA/EO/Veterans/Disability Institution
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