Student Mentor for St. Mary's Grades 5-6 Westfield Public Schools - 3.1 Westfield, MA Job Details Part-time $30 an hour 16 hours ago Qualifications Student supervision Relationship building (classroom management strategies) Teacher collaboration Student resource provision Student emotional support At-risk student support experience in school social work Family collaboration in education Child attendance tracking Youth academic support mentorship Bachelor's degree Student advocacy Experience working with 5th graders Parent communication in school administration Student behavioral guidance Family communication in school social work Entry level Student counseling support Full Job Description

POSITION

Student Mentor for St. Marys

QUALIFICATIONS

Desire to work with at-risk students to support both academic and personal growth; bachelors degree preferred, but not required

REPORTS TO

Principal or Principal Designee

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of authorized administrators, student mentors shall: Build relationship with students so students have a trusted adult to turn to when needed: Hold high expectations of young people and be a role model for studentsOffer opportunities to problem solve, exchange ideas, and ask questionsUse strategies to motivate and build self-esteem/confidence in studentsProvide academic support to ensure student achievement: Assist students to prioritize and organize schedule, school work, and other student responsibilities, including developing good study habitsSupport students in content areas to help them meet course expectations Collaborate with teachers and families to ensure school work is complete and up-to date, share information, and determine strategies that best support learningPromote personal and social skills to help students navigate school and social situations: Listen to student concerns, set goals, create action plans, and follow through with students in order to solve issues Help students make informed decisions, and support students in developing self-advocacy skillsCollaborate with guidance counselors, administrators, teachers, and families to assist as necessary with support for students Support student attendance and punctuality to ensure students have a chance to learn: Monitor daily attendance; implement strategies to overcome attendance barriersNotify appropriate support systems of any concerns/information (admin, counselor, families) that will improve attendanceComplete mentor documentation in a timely fashion, including mentor logs and time cards

TERMS OF

EMPLOYMENTMust be available during the school day: 8:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. Must participate in mentor training provided by WPSPart-time employment - Up to 10 hours per weekSALARYStipend- $30.00 per hour

DATES OF

EMPLOYMENTSeptember 2026 June 2027EVALUATIONPerformance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of St. Marys evaluation protocols, observations by St. Marys Administration, and student feedback.

Subject to grant funding.