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