Peer Educator TRIO Student Support Services

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Position Type:

• Federal Work Study Only

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The general purpose of this job is to contribute to meeting the goals and objectives of UDM's TRiO Student Support Services Program.
• The Peer Educator will support the academic success of low-income and first- generation student, as well as students with documented disabilities.
• The peer educator will meet with and provide academic support and tutoring, assist with developing program, and assist with maintenance of paper and electronic records and other direct services.
• Mentor TRiO-eligible students Tutor/Provide Academic Support for TRIO-eligible students.
• Assist with the maintenance of paper and electronic records.
• Plan and execute TRiO allowable programming.
• Facilitate follow-up communication with TRiO students via email or phone calls.
• Manage office traffic and daily contact sheets.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Previous experience with tutoring, mentoring, building relationships with students. B+ or better in classes in which they are selected to tutor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (if any):

• Ability to adapt teaching methods based on student needs.

Anticipated Schedule:

• 9AM-8PM M-F (Flexible)

Job Contact:

• Amber Johnson – (313) 993-1283 – johnsoau@udmercy.edu

Special Instructions to Applicants

Michigan’s largest, most comprehensive private University, the University of Detroit Mercy is an independent Catholic institution of higher education sponsored by the Religious Sisters of Mercy and Society of Jesus. The university seeks qualified candidates who will contribute to the University’s mission, diversity, and excellence of its academic community. The University of Detroit Mercy is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer with a diverse student body and welcomes persons of all backgrounds.

Pay Range

13.75