About this opportunity
University of New Mexico lists this Peer Coach opportunity in albuquerque, New Mexico. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Requisition ID
req37531
Working Title
Peer Coach
Pay
14.00 Hourly
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
College Enrichment & Outreach Prgms (027A)
Employment Type
Student Employment
Student Type
Work-Study
Status
Non-Exempt
Background Check Required
No
For Best Consideration Date
Position Summary
Student Support Services TRIO Program (SSS) seeks highly motivated and self-directed individuals to join our team as Peer Coaches. This position plays a vital role in fostering academic success and personal development among program participants, particularly first-year students adjusting to UNM life.
Position Overview: Peer Coaches provide academic tutoring, mentoring, and essential support services to undergraduate students in the SSS. Services include assisting with coursework, preparing for exams, and helping students develop effective study strategies. Peer Coaches also guide participants in navigating university resources and adjusting to the academic and social environment. Academic expertise is needed in freshman-level courses. Must be friendly and work well in groups and independently. Must be flexible and have a strong understanding of the unique academic needs of underclassmen.
Key Responsibilities: Provide one-on-one and small-group academic tutoring. Mentor students by fostering positive academic habits, time management, and guidance on university policies. Assist students in developing study skills and preparing for exams/tests. Collaborate with program staff to facilitate educational workshops and activities. Conduct campus tours to familiarize students with key facilities and resources. Support the SSS Advising team by assisting in the assessment of student academic or advising needs. Participate in program training and required staff meetings. Deliver quality customer service in interactions with students, staff, and faculty. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
-Student Support Services - TRIO participants
-30+ credits
-Enrolled full-time. 3.0 GPA in areas responsible for tutoring
-One to three-year experience directly related to the duties of tutoring and mentoring
-Undergraduates only
-Expertise in two or more of the following: Statistics, Psychology, Biology, Spanish, Management, Chemistry, English, Mathematics and Sociology
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
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The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Worksite address
albuquerque, NM, 87101, US
Who can apply
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