Success Scholars Peer Mentor at InsideHigherEd

Category:: StudentSubscribe:: Department:: Student Affairs - Success & ServicesLocations:: Lowell, MAPosted:: Dec 2, 2025Closes:: Open Until FilledType:: Part-timePosition ID:: 195252About Middlesex Community College:Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education for a diverse community from all ethnic backgrounds and identities, preparing individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a culture of inclusion in which our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our diverse student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan..Job Description:Title: Success Scholars Peer MentorUnit: Student Employment Department: Success ScholarsReports to: Director of Success Scholars ProgramDate: December 2, 2025General Summary: A Peer Mentor conducts engaging mentoring sessions for program-eligible students. Peer Mentors develop an enduring, trusting relationship with students and help them: 1) with the transition to college, 2) develop effective study strategies and life skills to implement within the classroom and outside of the classroom as students work toward individual academic and personal goals and 3) become more involved on campus by referring them to appropriate department workshops, campus resources, and/or engagement activities.Duties and Responsibilities:Provide individual and small group mentoring sessionsGuide students in self-advocacy skills, study skills, and time management skills to become successful, independent learnersContribute to a friendly and productive learning environmentServe as an energetic and enthusiastic coach to help students succeed at MiddlesexServe as a positive role model and create a sense of belonging with menteesAttend all trainings and meetingsMaintain regular contact through informal check-in meetings throughout the semesterBe available as an ongoing resource for the menteesRefer students to other appropriate college support services and resources as needed and follow up with students to ensure support is providedCommunicate student concerns and student referrals to other services with the direct supervisor or Success Program DirectorAssist students in navigating MCC Portal, Blackboard, Navigate, email, MS Office, MCC App, and Degree AuditProvide student success tips for the best ways to communicate with professorsAide in students' understanding of course expectationsSuccess mentors who work in the ACE Department as peer tutors or SI Leaders can provide subject tutoring with their mentees as needed Requirements:Minimum Qualifications:Be in good academic and student conduct standingMaintain a minimum overall GPA of 2.5 or show academic progressWork a minimum of 5 hours per week and a maximum of 18.5 hours per weekDemonstrate an ability to quickly establish rapport and communicate well with studentsAbility to relate to students with various academic levels and needsEffectively communicate study strategies to ensure academic successWork comfortably with people from diverse backgroundsPossess good organizational skills and complete paperwork in a timely mannerExhibit patience and positive attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environmentGood organizational, communication, and basic computing skillsExperience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilitiesAdditional Information:Hourly Rate: $17.25Location: Lowell and Bedford campus Hours: up to 18.5 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hireExpected Start Date: January 21, 2026Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filledApplication Instructions:All applicants must apply online by submitting:Cover LetterResumePre-Employment Requirements:The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary. Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or [email protected].