University Partners Course Mentor, Law/Policy

Overview

Part-time remote role as a Law/Policy course mentor for pre-college students enrolled in online Kaplan University Partners programs.

What you'll do

• Provide async guidance, feedback and answers to student questions
• Review course assignments, provide direction and answer questions
• Answer ad hoc questions throughout the course session
• Brainstorm and ideate with students on their final project ideas
• Be familiar with all course material
• Check in with program staff at specified periods
• Report back on student engagement as requested

What you'll need

• Strong passion for course-related topics
• Experience working with adolescents/teens ages 13-17 from diverse geographical and socio-economic backgrounds
• Passion for helping others achieve their goals, with an emphasis on delighting and engaging students
• Ability to work in the absence of direct supervisory relationships
• Demonstrated ability to learn and work in digital communications platforms such as email, Zoom, Google Hangouts or Canvas
• Pass background check
• Authorization to work in the United States

Nice to have

• Knowledge or experience in Law/Policy

Details

• Remote, nationwide within the USA; work must be performed in the U.S.
• Approximately 3-10+ hours per week of async engagement, feedback and small operational tasks
• Time commitment varies with number of students assigned and is heavier during May to August
• Paid training program of about 3 hours of self-paced modules and exercises plus a live component
• Salary range $20.00 - $25.00 per hour