Success Mentor Bronx

About Us

New York Edge is the largest provider of after school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. Each year, programs in academics--including STEM, the arts, sports & wellness, and college access help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.

Summary

• The work of the Success Mentor requires a long-term commitment to providing support to students in elementary and/or middle school.
• An effective mentor establishes and upholds a relationship with the child and family over a period of at least twelve months or longer, if possible, supporting their social-emotional development.
• Children generally live in uniformity and habit.
• The longer someone spends time with them, the higher probability that the children will be successful.
• Kids who have good relationships with their mentors have higher chances of attaining academic success.
• All applicants must be able to function as a part of a team inclusive of a Blended Learning Math Instructor, a Blended Learning ELA and Writing Instructor/Mentor and a Student/Family Mentor.

Schedule

Part-Time: Monday – Friday (Some evenings and weekends required)

This role requires you to be in-person.

Pay: $20-$25/hr

Salary is commensurate with experience, skills, education, and merit.

Essential Job Functions

• Parental communication and support regarding student progress and potential opportunities.
• Provide support and intervention as needed to help each child remain on track for success.
• Create and advance a personal and optimistic relationship with a child.
• Monitor student progress and assist students in accomplishing personal objectives.
• Interact with students throughout the after-school period to observe and support positive growth.
• Provide timely feedback to students and their parents to keep them engaged in the child’s positive social-emotional development.