Student Peer Mentor

Florida SouthWestern State College • Fort Myers, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Florida SouthWestern State College is seeking Student Peer Mentors to assist students in transitioning academically and socially to college life. The role involves providing basic information on advising, student services, course content, and campus life. Peer Mentors will be trained on FSW services to communicate information to the student population, including those in the Cornerstone course. A key responsibility is connecting students with college resources such as faculty, academic advisors, financial aid, academic support, tutoring, the Office of Student Transitions, CARE Services, and the Library. Mentors will support assigned SLS 1515 courses, communicate with instructors and students, facilitate success workshops and Guided Pathway Conversation Café sessions, and attend in-service training.

Requirements

• Must currently have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at Florida SouthWestern State College and be enrolled for the next semester.
• Must be in good disciplinary standing with the College.
• Must have taken the SLS 1515 Cornerstone class and completed the course with a grade of B or higher.
• OR Must be currently enrolled in SLS 1515 and have a recommendation from your professor. Final grade will be verified prior to starting.

Responsibilities

• Help students transition and adjust to College academically and socially.
• Provide basic information to students regarding advising services, student services, course content, and campus life.
• Communicate information about Florida SouthWestern State College to the student population.
• Connect FSW students with College resources, including faculty, academic advisors, financial aid, academic support, tutoring, the Office of Student Transitions, CARE Services, and the Library.
• Provide support to assigned SLS 1515 course(s).
• Communicate with course instructor and Cornerstone students outside of class time.
• Facilitate student success workshops and Guided Pathway Conversation Café sessions.
• Attend in-service training throughout the term.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed