Job Description
Wake Forest University is collaborating with Kaplan University Partners to provide precollege students with exceptional, career-minded enrichment/certificate programs taught online by world-class experts from Wake Forest University and industry.
Role Description
Kaplan University Partners (KUP) is seeking Wake Forest University students and alumni to act as part-time mentors to precollege students enrolled in online programs. Course mentors will engage and support students throughout the course. Mentors also provide support and encouragement at predetermined moments throughout the course, using group online video conferencing and digital messaging tools such as email, chat, or SMS. Finally, mentors advise and guide students on course assignments.
In preparation for the role, mentors will complete a paid training program (self-paced modules and exercises as well as a live component), receive support from KUP staff, and both give and receive support as part of the course mentor team.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide async guidance, feedback and answer questions
Lead group sessions with students to review progress, ask key questions and ensure course progress
Review course assignments, provide direction and answer questions
Answer ad hoc questions throughout the course session
Brainstorm and ideate with students on their final project idea(s)
Be familiar with all course material
Check-in with the program staff at specified periods
Report back on student engagement as requested
Time Commitment:
Approximately 3 hours per week of mentor-led live group student interaction for the duration of the course (course lengths vary)
Approximately 1 hour per week of async engagement, feedback and small operational tasks*
*time commitment will vary based on number of students assigned
Qualifications:
Strong passion for all aspects of course subject matter
Experience working with adolescents/teens ages 13-17
Passion for helping others achieve their goals with an emphasis on delighting and engaging students
Strong interest and undergraduate-level proficiency in the subject area
Ability to work in the absence of direct supervisory relationships
Demonstrated ability to learn and work in digital communications platforms such as email, Zoom, Google Hangouts or Canvas
Pass background check
Authorization to work in the United States
Applicants must be Current Students or Alumni of Wake Forest
Although this is a remote position, the role is under Kaplan North America which is a U.S. based company. Employees must be eligible to work in the U.S., and the work must be performed in the U.S.
Location
Remote/Nationwide, USA
Kaplan is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Location
Remote/Nationwide, USA
Additional Locations
Employee Type
Employee
Job Functional Area
Tutors