High School Mentor

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 55350 - 60761

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

HIGH SCHOOL MENTOR

SUMMER SEARCH PHILADELPHIA

At Summer Search we believe in No Ceilings and envision a world in which young people regardless of circumstances can chart their own the United States students from underserved communities disproportionately BIPOC and first-generation face systemic inequities in school in the workforce and in life. Nevertheless these young people possess unique strengths resilience and limitless potential.

Since 1990 Summer Search has partnered with young people during their transition from adolescence into adulthood by connecting them to expansive opportunities professional mentoring and a community of support. Summer Searchers recognize their potential and build a toolkit to navigate and challenge systemic barriers break new ground for their families and communities and achieve economic equity and a life of purpose.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Summer Search Philadelphia seeks a High School Mentor to manage a caseload of approximately 36-40 high school students building long-term relationships and providing regular mentoring through a combination of groups and individual conversations from sophomore year through senior year of high school. Joining a supportive program team that currently serves over approximately 150 high school students this hire will have the opportunity to practice Summer Searchs unique approach to mentoring prepare students for two challenging summer experiences support post-secondary readiness and matriculation and join a team that is committed to learning social and racial equity and the students we serve. High School Mentors partner with students to provide individualized support of the many facets of students lives which includes conversations about school family friends race class gender sexuality summer programs and more.

Specifically the High School Mentor will advance Summer Searchs mission through the following job responsibilities:

Student Mentoring and Program Facilitation (60%)

Provide individual 1:1 mentoring to high school students

Mentor a caseload of approximately 36-40 high school students building relationships and conducting regular mentoring at school in our office by phone or through virtual platforms (ie Zoom).
Utilize a unique mentoring methodology based upon adolescent social-emotional development cultural relevance and critical consciousness. Enable conversations that allow students to reflect upon the impact of identities and social/cultural context on their lives.
Hold students accountable to year-round program participation as well as demonstrating a personal commitment to students that results in a high level of engagement throughout their Summer Search experience.
Monitor and promote students academic and extracurricular participation and performance as well as post-secondary readiness requirements.
Communicate with students families especially regarding details about summer experiences and career opportunities.

Facilitate bi-weekly group mentoring sessions -- either virtually or at designated high school(s)

Before each session prepare by reviewing group mentoring curriculum gathering materials and sending student reminders.
Create a safe community where students can be honest with each other by ensuring each student has the space to be heard and challenged respectfully and setting-up physical space that is conducive to achieving the objectives of each session.
Recognize a student safety situation and how to respond and care for both the individual student and the group.
Observe and respond to group needs and adapt facilitation style accordingly.

School Engagement & Relationship Building (20%)

Coordinate school outreach activities including in-school presentations Back to School functions student and family events and school communication within a designated set of high schools.
Partner with the Outreach team to: coordinate resource needs for groups at your partner high school(s) including scheduling time to promote Summer Search services during the school day securing physical space for 1:1 and group sessions and confirming session schedules and technology needs.
In partnership with Outreach team establish and nurture relationships with staff partners at your partner high school(s). Know the resources and people available at your partner high school(s) and how these resources intersect with Summer Search so you can connect your students with them as needed.
Respond promptly and thoughtfully to requests from school partners expressing gratitude at all times.

Administration and Project Management (20%)

Enter and track program data accurately and daily in Salesforce database to assess student progress and drive organizational learning to ensure high levels of program quality and professional development.
Actively participate in and/or coordinate projects that support school and student outreach summer programs logistics post-secondary preparation and success and/or alumni engagement.

Summer Search Philadelphia is a team focused on innovation. We are on a growth trajectory and positioned to pursue create and execute new innovations over the next several years. Innovations may include building career readiness skills creating and using technological tools in which to engage high school students and post-secondary participants and presenting financial wellbeing workshops to ignite wealth building within the communities we serve.

WHO YOU ARE

High School Mentors exemplify curiosity empathy teamwork flexibility critical consciousness and a commitment to learning. Specifically strong candidates will bring:

EXPERIENCE: At least 2 years of professional experience working with student populations served by Summer Search (e.g. low-income families students of color LGBTQA English Language Learners and diverse religious cultural and ethnic backgrounds.) Experience and skill in facilitating groups of adolescents or similar groups is preferred. Ties connections contacts and understanding of the City of Philadelphia and the school district including charter schools and its young people is a plus.
DEPTH MENTORING: You understand and create an environment where all people feel safe enough to explore discuss question and reflect on past current or future experiences in one-on-one or large group discussions.
ACCOUNTABILITY: You hold yourself and others responsible for processes decisions actions and commitments to results to drive high quality outcomes. Youre responsive to the needs of stakeholders and follow through on commitments.
TEAMWORK: You value many voices are comfortable creating space for dialogue and handle interpersonal issues constructively. You inspire and foster commitment connection enthusiasm and trust and motivate others to achieve common goals.
CRITICAL CONCIOUSNESS You understand the root causes of societal discrimination and injustices and are self-reflective about your own privilege and positional power. You apply critical thinking and act toward liberatory and inclusive practices.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Proficiency in meticulous data tracking and management; experience using Salesforce or a similar database is a plus.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Spanish language is a plus.

In additionall Summer Search staff bring a commitment to our mission of unleashing students potential through mentoring and transformative experiences as well as the ability to thrive in an environment that values excellence gratitude well-being diversity authenticity and collaboration.

LOCATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Work hours are Mon-Fri 10am-6pm with occasional weekend and evening events. Work location can be split between our Summer Search office in Center City and a partner high school. This hire must be able to travel to partner schools in the Philadelphia region.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This is a non-exempt position with a starting pay rate of $28.38 - $31.16 per hour equivalent to $55350 - $60761 annually. Summer Search is committed to transparent equitable compensation practices. Salaries are benchmarked using current market data and salary bands are created to demonstrate the growth potential within the band. Typically offers are made at the starting place of the salary band. The Hiring Manager partners with the Talent Team to ensure offers are appropriate competitive and maintain internal equity.

Well-being flexibility and ongoing learning and development are pillars of our culture. We value our staff and are committed to creating an environment where every individual feels seen heard and valued. Investments in our staff include:

Medical insurance with up to 90% employer contribution
Dental vision FSAlifeand disability insurance plans
401 (K) and Employer Match up to $2000 annually
Generous time off including 15 vacation days 10 sick days and 18 holidays (2 floating holidays of your choice a birthday day-off 10 company-wide holidays and a 1-week December closure).Plus Re-Fresh Fridays - a paid day off the first Friday of every month!
A comprehensive Employee Recognition Program (years of service awards spot awards and professional development funding).
A four-week paid sabbatical after five years of continuous employment.
Individual localregionaland national training
A commitment to developing leaders from within theorganization.
An organizational culture that supports staff well-being and holistic self-care/community care
Ample opportunities to connect with the students and communities weserve.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

With a staff that cares deeply about social justice and racial justice we believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds create a rich work environment and enhance our ability to pursue our mission. We are committed to building an organization with raised consciousnessin order toimpact how we work with students as well as how we work together as a team. We hope you will join us as we continue to build a justice-centered organization that fosters a work environment where people from all backgrounds are welcomed and valued.

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