PEER Mentor ApplicationPromoting Educational Excellence through Relationships
Why apply to be a PEER Mentor?
PEER Mentors work to create a comfortable and safe environment in which students can be successful and engaged at Thomas Nelson Community College. Being a college student is often overwhelming and scary, and the PEER Mentors at Thomas Nelson work hard to empower students to overcome any obstacles that may create a barrier to success. Being a Mentor is a rewarding experience for both the Mentor and the Mentee. As a Mentor, you will make a connection to the College, gain valuable professional and personal skills, and experience a sense of fulfillment and personal growth.
Responsibilities
- Meet with Mentees face-to-face weekly.
- Complete and submit a weekly report to the Coordinator of Educational Support Services (CESS)
- Weekly check-ins with CESS
- Attend summer training and continuous training throughout the semester
- Attend Thomas Nelson JumpStart
- Encourage and support students in their academic/career plans
- Provide individualized assistance to students with technology, navigating and locating appropriate campus resources, study skills, classroom communication skills and conflict resolution techniques.
- Serve as a positive role model to your mentees and within the campus community.
- Exercise good judgment in representing Thomas Nelson and uphold institutional standards.
Qualifications
In order to apply for the PEER Mentor position, you must:
- Have completed at least one full semester (12 or more credit hours) at Thomas Nelson Community College
- Have a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher.
- Make a commitment of one academic year
- Be willing and able to navigate resources on Thomas Nelson’s campus.
Compensation
- $8 per hour
- Develop invaluable leadership skills working with small groups and a variety of individuals (students, staff, and faculty).
- Develop a professional relationship with faculty and staff.
- Create a connection to other students and the campus.
- Professional and personal development opportunities
- Thomas Nelson Swag
Selection Process
- Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 27, 2016.
- Interviews will take place June 6 – 10, 2016.
- Applicants will be notified of selection no later than Friday, June 17, 2016.
If you are selected, you MUST be available on the following dates:
Training: Dates and Times, TBA
Thomas Nelson JumpStart
Hampton Campus: July 31-3, 2017, 8:30am-4:30pm
Historic Triangle Campus: August 7-10, 2017, 9:30am-4:30pm
For questions, concerns, or additional information, please contact the Coordinator of Educational Support Services, SaraLynn Goergen, at goergens@tncc.edu or 757-822-2913.