College Mentor/Peer Mentor

College Mentor for high school seniors, or Peer Mentor for Avanzando Through College (ATC) participants (students in year 1 or 2 of college or transfer). You will undertake a variety of tasks designed to support students including:

  • Support 1 or 2 students in their academic and professional pursuits.
  • Provide application support (FAFSA, college and scholarship applications, personal statements, Oakland Promise EOP, etc.)
  • Peer mentorship for ATC students to include- academic support, career guidance, social support and personal support.
  • Support students, providing insight, guidance, and exposure to social work as a major and career.
  • Develop students’ interests and aspirations.
  • Provide personal experience and create a road map for students to navigate their educational journeys.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Courteous and personable
  • Respect and maintain confidentiality
  • Spanish speaking preferred (but not required, although some basic knowledge is helpful)

Time Commitment

  • 1x/month for 1-on-1 check-in with case load
  • Per diem during scholarship application season October 1st - May 2nd.
  • Meet 1x/month, at a minimum, on Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Additional meeting times TBD by mentor and mentee

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For questions, contact us atinfo@sscf.org.

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