Job Description

The Peer Support Mentor position will support student learning by providing non-academic supports to a student for two class. This is not a tutoring position. Qualified individuals will not need to be familiar with class content and will not assist the student with completing class work. Upon hiring, the Peer Support Mentor will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement. This position may be filled with two individuals.
The Peer Support Mentor will be responsible for assisting the student with the following:

• Notetaking
• Writing down directions for assignments/test that are announced in class
• Redirect student if delayed/still working on previous task
• Repeat verbal multi-step instructions given in class
• Prompt student to speak up in class if there is a question/concern
• Stays after class a maximum of 10 minutes to transcribe answers to clarifying questions student may have

• A cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Strong academic skills such as time management, note taking, and active listening
• The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• A strong desire to help fellow IWCC students
• Comfort working with a culturally diverse population and students with different needs
• Ability to follow established procedures, particularly those related to confidentiality within the mentoring relationship
• A schedule that allows for consistent attendance on Monday/Wednesday from 11:00 am-12:50 pm and Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 10:00 am-10:50 am 

About Iowa Western

Iowa Western Community College, located in Council Bluffs, was founded in 1967 and offers more than 80 programs of study in both Career and Technical Education, and in Liberal Arts. Nestled on 250 beautiful acres in Iowa’s Loess Hills, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers students the amenities and atmosphere of a larger institution combined with the comforts and quiet of a smaller campus setting.

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