Student Mentor

Company: Youngstown State University
Location: Youngstown
Posted on: June 7, 2021

Job Description:

Job Category Student Position Title Student Mentor Department Ctr for Human Services Dev Major Work Characteristics/ Summary of Position

NOTE: THIS POSITION IS FOR CURRENT YSU STUDENTS ONLY.

• Develop relationships with students in grades 8-12
• Provide guidance and engagement for students through the Unlocking the Hidden Game program
• Instruct students in developing learning, time management, study, and test preparation skills
• Commitment to confidentiality, organization, neatness, punctuality, and positive attitude

Fair Labor Standards Act Minimum Qualifications

• YSU student with Sophomore Status or above in good academic standing
• Minimum YSU GPA of 3.0
• One person of reference
• Clear BCII/FBI background check

o Individuals selected for these positions are required to satisfactorily complete a Federal background check concerning their ability to work with children, pursuant to Ohio state law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent reading and study skills (i.e. reading college level texts with ease, identifying the main points in a text, managing time effectively)
• Proficiency with technology and learning new technology tools
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills appropriate to a service-oriented environment
• Ability to cooperate flexibly with fellow student employees and staff members
• Sensitivity to students from diverse ethnic backgrounds
• Patience and ability to communicate effectively to clearly explain the subject matter to students

Equipment Operated

• Efficient use of Blackboard and WebEx platforms

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