Student Mentor/Academic Success & Undergraduate Advising (ASUA) - Student Assistant

CSU Careers•San Bernardino, CA

1d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

Job Summary: Under direct supervision and under the lead work direction of the Program Coordinators, student assistants will focus on peer-to-peer support, helping undergraduate students, particularly first-year students, build the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed for academic success. Responsibilities: Under direct supervision of the Director, and under the lead work direction of the Program Coordinators, duties include but not limited to: Mentor Training and Development - Attend mandatory training sessions and development workshops to gain effective mentoring techniques. - Collaborate with other mentors to share strategies and resources. - Maintain appropriate documentation of student interactions and program participation as required. Mentoring Assistance Schedule and assist in conducting weekly one-on-one meetings with assigned Mentees to: - Review assignments, deadlines, and time management strategies. - Provide guidance on academic skills and resources. - Set and monitor goals to ensure steady progress. University Engagement: - Introduce Mentees to campus resources, events, and organizations to foster community involvement. - Create opportunities for networking with peers, faculty, and staff. Academic Support and Accountability: - Encourage high academic standards and celebrate milestones. - Support Mentees in overcoming challenges and maintaining focus on their goals. Career and Academic Pathway Guidance: - Help Mentees connect course choices and degree requirements to career aspirations. - Provide resources for exploring academic interests and long-term goals. Cultural Awareness and Community Building: - Facilitate discussions and activities that promote cultural awareness and identity development. - Create a welcoming environment where students feel a sense of belonging.

Requirements

Ability to learn and perform assigned work
Follow oral instructions
Work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and other students
Communicate effectively with all levels
Read and write English at a level appropriate to the position
Admission or registration as a CSU student
Maintain a 2.0 G.P.A. or greater per semester and cumulative.
Students must be enrolled in at least halftime units at CSUSB (6 units undergraduate; 3 units graduate)
International students must have full-time enrollment at CSUSB. (12 units undergraduate; 6 units graduate)
Eligible to work in the United States
Social Security Card

Nice To Haves

One year undergraduate student experience at CSUSB.
Assist in providing individualized mentoring to promote academic and personal growth.
Assist in Facilitating workshops, study sessions, and other academic support activities.
Promote inclusive and respect within the campus community.
Enrolled undergraduate or graduate student with a minimum of a 2.75 GPA.
Interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for helping students succeed.
Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and peers.
Demonstrate empathy, active listening, and cultural awareness.
Reliable, organized, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with campus resources and student support services.
Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and appropriate boundaries.
Demonstrated leadership, reliability, and commitment to supporting diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

Attend mandatory training sessions and development workshops to gain effective mentoring techniques.
Collaborate with other mentors to share strategies and resources.
Maintain appropriate documentation of student interactions and program participation as required.
Review assignments, deadlines, and time management strategies.
Provide guidance on academic skills and resources.
Set and monitor goals to ensure steady progress.
Introduce Mentees to campus resources, events, and organizations to foster community involvement.
Create opportunities for networking with peers, faculty, and staff.
Encourage high academic standards and celebrate milestones.
Support Mentees in overcoming challenges and maintaining focus on their goals.
Help Mentees connect course choices and degree requirements to career aspirations.
Provide resources for exploring academic interests and long-term goals.
Facilitate discussions and activities that promote cultural awareness and identity development.
Create a welcoming environment where students feel a sense of belonging.