Student Mentor/Tutor - College 101 Mentorship Program

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Chapman University is hiring a Student Mentor/Tutor for the College 101 Mentorship Program. This role involves assisting low-income high school students with the college admissions process, including essay writing and application review, while providing guidance and fostering community through both virtual and in-person sessions throughout the program duration.

Highlights

Assist high school juniors with navigating college admissions and providing academic advising support.
Engage with mentees via Zoom and in-person sessions, committing to biweekly Saturday meetings.
Uphold professionalism including attendance, communication, and punctuality standards.
Serve as a representative of Chapman University to program partners and participants.
Support program operations as needed to enhance participant experiences.
Requires experience as a mentor, tutor, group leader, or similar role.
Desired qualifications include knowledge of college admissions and experience working with diverse groups.
Works under the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts Department with supervision from Alexis De La Cruz.
Compensation is $17.50 per hour, up to 19 hours weekly.
Program runs from early January to late May, aligning with Chapman’s academic calendar.

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Posting Details

Student Title Classification Information

Quick Link	https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/38729
Job Number	SE165424

Position Information

Department or Unit Name	Dodge College of Film and Media Arts General
Position Headcount	3
Position Title	Student Mentor/Tutor - College 101 Mentorship Program
Academic Year
Term or Semester	All Academic Year
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?	Grad and Undergrad
Anticipated Pay Range	$17.50 - $17.50
Pay Range Information	Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done?	Orange
Approved Supervisor	Alexis De La Cruz
Supervisor Email	aldelacruz@chapman.edu

Scheduling

Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)

Desired Start Date	01/12/2026
Projected End Date	05/24/2026
Average number of hours per week	Up to 19 Hrs

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary	The College 101 Mentorship Program is a college readiness program for low-income high school students that runs from February to December. Produced in close collaboration with College Access Partnership, the program’s goal is to demystify the college admissions process for program participants, expose them to college life by holding sessions on campus, and provide them an opportunity for general guidance and camaraderie by grouping them with Chapman student mentors. A typical cohort includes 18-20 high school juniors who are matched with 5-6 Chapman undergraduate mentors.
Responsibilities	Assist high school students with navigating the college admissions process, including essay writing, reviewing application materials, and other basic academic advising and support Willingness to engage with mentees both via zoom and in-person Ability to commit to attending all sessions, including every other Saturday for the duration of the program Commitment to upholding expectations around attendance, communication, punctuality, and professionalism Ability to be an excellent representative of Chapman University for program partner and participants Supporting program as needed
Required Qualifications	Experience serving as a mentor, role model, peer tutor, group leader/facilitator, or similar capacity
Desired Qualifications	Experience building connection and community, and working with people of different ages and backgrounds; exhibits an open-mindedness and willingness to learn Knowledge of college admission requirements, especially Chapman University
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include a resume which details your qualifications as listed above.

Budget Information

Is Federal work-study required?	With or Without FWS

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