Lead TRIO Mentor, KSCUBP Position Available In Cheshire, New Hampshire

USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub app The Keene State College Upward Bound Programs are year-long college preparatory programs for first generation and/or low-income high school students from 12 target high schools in New Hampshire and Vermont. The summer session is designed to expose students to a college-like experience that supports the positive academic, emotional, and personal development of our students in preparation for success in high school, college, and beyond. The summer provides participants with the experiences of living on a college campus, taking academic courses, and engaging in co-curricular activities. Lead TRIO Mentors are skills instructors who lead students in a variety of educational and cultural activities that stimulate growth. TRIO Mentors also provide guidance and support to all aspects of residence life, including facilities, rules, and maintaining a positive environment in which to live and work. Lead TRIO Mentors bridge communication between TRIO Mentor team and administrative staff. Duties/Responsibilities Academic Skill Development (25%) Provide academic skill instruction (study skills, time management, LMS/technology use, organization). Offer academic tutoring support during daily independent and group study sessions. Conference regularly with teachers/academic departments to remain current in lessons/topics to support students’ academic success. Provide learner feedback and document student progress. 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 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. 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.

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Keene Salary Grade:

Period Activity Are you an employee of KSC, PSU, UNH or the system office? Apply internally within Workday through the Jobs Hub app. The University System of New Hampshire is the largest provider of postsecondary education in the Granite State. With approximately 30,000 enrolled students annually and more than 90,000 alumni living in state, the institutions of the University System

• the University of New Hampshire
• Durham, the University of New Hampshire School of Law, the University of New Hampshire at Manchester, Plymouth State University, and Keene State College
• have a direct impact on hundreds of thousands of New Hampshire citizens every year.