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Kaplan University Partners - Course Mentor

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Please note:

Applicants must be Current Students or Alumni of one of the following University Programs:

• Brandeis University
• Case Western University
• Columbia School of Business
• Georgetown University
• The New School and Parsons Paris
• University of Rochester
• Wake Forest University

Although this is a remote position, the role is under Kaplan Test Prep 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.

Course Mentor, Part-Time

Kaplan University Partners collaborates with University Programs to provide precollege students with exceptional, career-minded enrichment/certificate programs taught online by world-class experts.

Role Description

Kaplan University Partners (KUP) is seeking current 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 and is subject to change

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, Slack and Canvas
• Pass background check
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Applicants must be Current Students or Alumni of the above listed University Programs
• Although this is a remote position, the role is under Kaplan Test Prep 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.
  

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