Success Mentor - Bilingual (Spanish)
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Job Description
The Y seeks a dedicated, entry-level professional to support the academic and personal development of students in school settings. The Success Mentor manages a caseload of students, builds meaningful relationships, and collaborates with school staff to enhance student engagement, attendance, and overall success.
Qualifications
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
- At least two years of experience in human services, education, mentoring, or a related field
- Prior experience working with children and adults in diverse, multicultural environments
- Familiarity with mentoring, teaching, or youth development programs preferred
- Bilingual, Spanish, strongly preferred
Essential Functions
- Apply child safety and risk management policies consistently to ensure a safe environment for all students
- Conduct parent/child enrollments at home or school, providing program orientation, safety education, and referrals as needed
- Monitor student attendance, engagement, and progress; provide guidance and coaching to improve outcomes
- Build and sustain trusting relationships with students and families to support mentoring success
- Partner with teachers, counselors, administrators, and community organizations to provide guidance and support
- Develop and implement strategies to enhance student engagement and academic success
- Provide timely reports and recommendations to program leadership based on student interactions and assessments
- Other duties as assigned