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University of Wisconsin - Madison is hiring a College Readiness Mentor to mentor and tutor high school participants in the Precollege Enrichment Opportunity Program for Learning Excellence (PEOPLE) at an Academic Center for Enrichment site. PEOPLE is a college prep program for students with strong academic potential, most of them first in their families to potentially attend college. The mentor leads teambuilding and wellness activities, builds study skills, and helps students explore college services and resources.

Mentor and tutor high school PEOPLE participants at an Academic Center for Enrichment (ACE) site, in person or virtually.
Run teambuilding and social/emotional wellness activities prepared by PEOPLE Educational Content Specialists and Precollege Advisors.
Teach students how to succeed in high school academics so they are prepared for college coursework.
Help students research UW college services and resources that provide social and academic support.
Monitor student performance, clarify learning problems, and help develop study skills.
Schedule study sessions and help learners understand curriculum-based concepts and materials.
Communicate with instructional staff for content clarification when appropriate.
High school diploma required, with a bachelor's degree preferred.
Work 3:30-6 PM Monday through Wednesday, at least 2 days per week, from September 28, 2026 through May 7, 2027 on the Milwaukee Public Schools calendar.
Compensation listed at $18.91.

College Readiness Mentor Full Description

Job summary:

The position is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and is expected to perform work within the Milwaukee area. Travel to the worksite and within the designated work region is considered a normal job requirement. As a result, travel reimbursement, including mileage and other travel-related expenses, will not be authorized or provided in connection with this position.

About the Precollege Enrichment Opportunity Program for Learning Excellence (PEOPLE)

Precollege Enrichment Opportunity Program for Learning Excellence (PEOPLE) is a college prep program for students in the Madison Metropolitan School District and the Milwaukee Public School District. The program is designed for students with strong academic potential, identifies with one of UW Systems targeted minority groups and/or is low-income; most of whom are the first in their families to potentially attend college.

Their journey prepares them to apply, be successfully admitted, and enroll at University of Wisconsin System institutions with an emphasis on University of Wisconsin-Madison. PEOPLE provides college prep services by providing programming and opportunity for growth in four areas:

Build and Master Academic Knowledge
Build Cognitive Skills and Strategies
Build Self-Management Skills
Build Knowledge about College through Experiential Learning

Students who are accepted into the University of Wisconsin-Madison may be eligible for a four-year tuition scholarship and support services from our College Scholars Program.

The Mentor/Tutor is a person who will work in-person/virtually at a particular Academic Center for Enrichment (ACE) site and serve as a mentor/tutor to high school PEOPLE Participants.

The Mentor/Tutor engages students in:

Teambuilding and social/emotional wellness activities that are prepared by PEOPLE Educational Content Specialists and Precollege Advisors.
Learning how to succeed in high school academic life so that they are prepared for college academic life.
Researching information about UW college services and resources that will provide students social and academic support.
Mentors/Tutors are expected to serve as role models according to PEOPLE standards and compliance regulations.

The position runs the entire school year, starting September 28th, 2026 with the last day of ACE being May 7th, 2027. We follow Milwaukee Public School's calendar, so when school is out, so are we i.e., winter break, spring break, etc.

The hours are from 3:30-6 PM, Monday-Wednesday. We are looking for candidates who can work at least 2 days per week at the following Milwaukee Public High Schools:

Ronald Reagan High School (4965 S 20th St, Milwaukee)
Golda Meir High School (227 W Pleasant St, Milwaukee)
Rufus King High School (1801 W Olive St, Milwaukee)
Milwaukee School of Languages (8400 W Burleigh St, Milwaukee)

Key job responsibilities:

Communicates with instructional staff for content clarification when appropriate
Monitors student performance and/or assists learners in academic environments
Clarifies learning problems and assists with the development of study skills
Schedules study sessions with learners and provides assistance understanding curriculum-based concepts and materials

Department:

Division for Teaching and Learning, Precollege Enrichment Opportunity Program for Learning Excellence (PEOPLE) Milwaukee.

Compensation:

$18.91

Required qualifications:

High school diploma

Preferred qualifications:

Education:

Preferred: Bachelors degree

Employment may require a criminal background check.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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