About the role#
The TIL Peer Mentor provides direct support and guidance to TIL students at Taft College. You will serve as a peer liaison, helping students connect with campus resources and navigate their college experience. This role focuses on building community, facilitating social events, and acting as a role model for the values of the TIL Program.
What you'll do#
- Meet in person with assigned mentees.
- Refer students to appropriate campus resources and help them get involved in clubs, the ASO, and athletic events.
- Plan and execute social events for mentees, including creating promotional flyers.
- Assist with workshop preparation, registration, and participant engagement.
- Support outreach booths, resource fairs, and community presentations.
- Distribute informational materials and help students locate information about Regional Center services and community programs.
- Conduct approved follow-up calls and emails under supervision.
- Track outreach participation, workshop attendance, and other grant performance measures.
- Take on other duties and projects as assigned.
What you'll need#
- You must be currently enrolled in at least 6 units at Taft College and remain in good standing throughout your employment.
- You need to have completed at least 9 units at Taft College.
- You must have completed at least one full semester at the college.
- A minimum 2.0 GPA is required.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Taft, California.
- Work is on-site.
- This is a paid, student worker position with rolling terms.
About Taft College
Taft College is a government agency that provides higher education programs in Taft, California. Founded in 1922, the institution focuses on transfer pathways and career and technical education. It also offers basic skills training and student services to meet the needs of community learners. The college employs between 201 and 500 people.
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