Job Description

The Office of Academic Support requires Student Mentors to work with the Coordinator of the Gateway Program. The Gateway Program supports students transitioning to university-level studies. The student mentor team will support students through one-on-one mentor meetings and facilitation of small group tutorials on topics relevant to success in post-secondary education.RESPONSIBILITIES:The successful candidate will be part of a team of individuals who provide:

• On-going academic and transition support for students
• Weekly academic mentoring of students
• Co-facilitation of small group tutorials
• Progress reports to the Gateway Program Coordinator
• Mandatory attendance of staff meetings, training, and professional development sessions
• Feedback and program review to improve mentor and mentee experiences in future programming

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a self-motivated UPEI student, with preference given to 3rd or 4th year
• A growth mindset
• Interpersonal skills
• Excellent organization, time management and study skills/techniques
• Strong marks in the area of study and good academic standing
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Student-centred approach to supporting others
• Strong skills with Moodle and the Microsoft software suite
• Knowledge of supporting peers with disability-related issues and providing student-centred supports

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.Application Instructions:Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, . Applications will not be accepted via email.Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.Note that this site is not compatible with some mobile browsers (e.g. iPad, iPhone). Upon successful submission of your application, you will receive an auto-reply to your email address advising your application has been received. If you do not receive an email, please check your spam folder and/or try submitting your application via a different web browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, etc).

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