Lead TRIO Mentor at University System of New Hampshire in Keene, NH

USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub app

Extended Learning (30%)

• Create curriculum and lesson plans for daily extended learning opportunities:

  • educational electives for students to develop new interests, hobbies, or skills;

  • wellness initiatives to promote a healthy mind and body;

  • communication and collaboration curriculum to develop interpersonal and group work skills; and

  • residential education to inform community living expectations and standards.

• Provide feedback on student progress.

• Construct and submit evaluations for each student.

Mentoring (35%)

• Serve as a role model for and ensure the safety of low-income, first-generation students in college-preparatory activities on- and off- campus

• Monitor program-wide compliance with KSC and UBP guidelines.

• Maintain a positive and supportive community environment.

• Respond positively and proactively to student and staff issues as they arise, and report in a timely manner.

Leadership (5%)

• Clearly communicate TRIO Mentor team needs with program administrators in a timely manner.

Other (5%)

• Attend and contribute to all trainings and staff meetings.

• Complete other programmatic duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Current enrollment in a college degree program with a minimum of 75 credits at the college level completed at time of employment, or recent completion of a degree

• Enthusiasm, integrity, leadership, and self-responsibility

• Ability to establish strong rapport with students and colleagues, and work collaboratively with a multi-faceted team

• Interest in working with adolescents

• Sensitivity to the needs of the disadvantaged, and commitment to the goals of the Upward Bound Programs

• All offers of employment will be contingent upon a successful completion of a Background Review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supervisory work experience

• Experience in residential life

• First Aid/CPR certification

• Experience as a student in a TRIO program

Applicant Instructions: 

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)

• Resume/CV

Compensation Pay Range:

$4,000

The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff shall be subject to a criminal background check as required by NH State Law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.

Please be advised that this position is supported by external sponsor funding. As such, continued employment in this role is contingent upon the availability of those external funds. If, for any reason, the sponsor funding is reduced or discontinued, employment may be subject to modification or termination in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. 

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please
visit: https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location:

Keene

Salary Grade:

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