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Job title: First Gen Academic Mentor

Company: Davenport University

Job description: TITLE OF POSITION: First Generation Academic Mentor



CLASSIFICATION: H3000



STATUS: Limited Part-Time, Non-Exempt



DEPARTMENT: Academics



LOCATION: W.A. Lettinga Campus



REPORTS TO: Director, Student Transitions & Academic Readiness



SUMMARY:



The First Generation Academic Mentor meets individually with students or in small group sessions providing additional support in introductory and/or historically difficult subjects within the classroom, whether in-seat or online with the intent of contributing to student success and retention. The Academic Mentor will enhance mastery of concepts or applications of a specific course of study that will assist the students to become a successful, independent learner. These responsibilities are performed in an ethical manner consistent with the University's mission, vision, and values which include diversity, equity and inclusion.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work collaboratively with the instructor to identify and intervene appropriately with students who are challenged with course content.


• Meet with the instructor(s) of the course(s) to discuss your role and obtain any information that will assist you to be effective in your role.


• Attend all workshops and trainings.


• Provide intervention during group work and directed class activities.


• Keep regular and accurate records of study group sessions and one on one meetings.


• Make appropriate referrals to other resources, such as tutoring, to students in need of more targeted help.


• Work with instructors and maintain ongoing communication with the Director of Student Transitions.


• Maintain and demonstrate a high level of professional ethics.


• Understand and abide by all external and internal regulations and policies. This includes NCAA, GLIAC and national affiliations associated within athletics or other role specific regulations.


• Provides GREAT customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our customers.


• Demonstrate and promote the University Cultural Values.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.


• Demonstrate appropriate and professional behavior and attire.


• Demonstrated ability to quickly establish rapport and communicate with students.


• Teaching or tutoring experience (preferably in higher education or training) courses preferred.


• Earned grade of a B+ or higher in the same course(s) in which they wish to work.


• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.


• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ease in relating to people from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds.


• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well to students, faculty, staff, and others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.


• Demonstrated motivational and problem solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the University.


• Must be able to work an irregular schedule, evenings or Saturday as needed, additional hours during peak times or as required.

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