About this opportunity
Minds Matter Bay Area lists this Mentor a Low-Income High School Student in San Jose! opportunity in santa clara, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
In-person | Saturdays during the school year | Bachelor's degree required.
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About Minds Matter
Minds Matter Bay Area (MMBay) is a nonprofit that supports high-achieving, low-income high school students on their path to college through academic instruction, mentorship, and a community of support.
About the Role
Each mentor, along with their co-mentor, is matched to two mentees. Together, you’ll guide your mentee through our three-year college-access program, building trust, exploring college and career goals, and developing life skills. Occasional 1-2 year mentor openings are available when backfilling a role.
Commitment & Requirements
3-year commitment (Aug-May each year)
Weekly attendance on Saturdays (12:30-2:30 PM, Aug-May) - There are approximately 25 sessions throughout the school year. Mentors are expected to attend 80% of those sessions.
Bachelor’s degree required
Reliable, proactive, and strong communication skills
Ability to build trust with youth from diverse backgrounds
Prior experience with youth or first-generation students is a plus, but not required
What We Value
At Minds Matter Bay Area, we believe in showing up, doing the hard work, and leading with heart. Our mentors exemplify these values:
We show up Mentors commit to showing up on-time and focused.
We do the hard work Mentors engage fully-during and between sessions-to help mentees stay on track, develop life skills, and achieve long-term goals.
We believe and persist Mentors know that trust takes time. They invest in their mentees with patience, encouragement, and realistic optimism.
We prioritize communication Mentors stay in touch with their mentees and the program team, proactively asking questions and offering updates.
We practice emotional courage Mentors lead with honesty and vulnerability, creating safe, open spaces for real conversations.
We are the culture Mentors are the heartbeat of the mentee experience, helping coordinate across co-mentors, instructors, and leadership to offer wraparound support.
Why Join
Build a lasting, transformational relationship with your mentees
Join a mission-driven, inclusive community of change makers
Our volunteers often form lasting friendships and connect outside of sessions-from casual meetups to shared dinners
Grow as a mentor, coach, and leader
Worksite address
santa clara, CA, 95053, US
Who can apply
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