Part Time - Student - First Year Peer Mentor

Pennsylvania State University • Abington, PA

272d • Onsite

About The Position

The position involves mentoring responsibilities that vary depending on the class section. The mentor will serve as a resource to students in their section of First Year Seminar (FYS), sharing experiences and participating in CNED 200 for credit. Responsibilities include working with the section instructor to create lessons and assignments, providing feedback, leading activities, and meeting with students one-on-one. Paid training will occur in late spring and before the fall semester begins.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource to students in your section of First Year Seminar (FYS)
• Share your experiences with students
• Participate in CNED 200 for credit
• Work with your section instructor to create lessons and assignments
• Provide feedback to students
• Lead activities or lessons
• Meet with students one-on-one
• Other educational responsibilities as decided with the instructor

Benefits

• Develop/refine leadership skills
• Assist in guiding first year students through the transition to college
• Build relationships with other peer mentors
• Strengthen interpersonal and public speaking skills

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services