Job Title
Kaplan University Partners - Course Mentor for Brandeis University
Job Description
Course Mentor, Part-Time
About Kaplan University Partners & Brandeis University
Brandeis University is collaborating with Kaplan University Partners to provide precollege students with exceptional, career-minded enrichment/certificate programs taught online by world-class experts from Brandeis University and industry.
About The Course
This course is for students interested in moving beyond climate science discussions, who want to explore the impact of climate change on the natural world around us and tae action. Our work will focus on the biological impacts of climate change and how they are causing a climate shuffle among ecological communities. Students will engage in citizen science to explore research techniques and reflect upon the power of observation in documenting change. In parallel with an exploration of the biology of climate change we will explore how science can and must inform climate change activism. Students will be introduced to local, national, and global solutions to the climate crisis and various forms of climate change activism- from tackling a household’s carbon footprint to organizing one’s community and advocating for climate legislation and policies. The course will culminate in a project to communicate climate science to inspire action.
Role Description
Kaplan University Partners (KUP) is seeking Brandeis University students and alumni to act as part-time mentors to precollege students enrolled in online programs. Course mentors will engage and support students throughout the course. Mentors also provide support and encouragement at predetermined moments throughout the course, using group online video conferencing and digital messaging tools such as email, chat, or SMS. Finally, mentors advise and guide students on course assignments.
In preparation for the role, mentors will complete a paid training program (self-paced modules and exercises as well as a live component), receive support from KUP staff, and both give and receive support as part of the course mentor team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide async guidance, feedback and answer questions
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Lead group sessions with students to review progress, ask key questions and ensure course progress
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Review course assignments, provide direction and answer questions
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Answer ad hoc questions throughout the course session
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Brainstorm and ideate with students on their final project idea(s)
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Be familiar with all course material
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Check-in with the program staff at specified periods
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Report back on student engagement as requested
Time Commitment:
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Approximately 3 hours per week of mentor-led live group student interaction for the duration of the course (course lengths vary)
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Approximately 1 hour per week of async engagement, feedback and small operational tasks*
- time commitment will vary based on number of students assigned
Key Responsibilities:
-
Provide async guidance, feedback and answer questions
-
Lead group sessions with students to review progress, ask key questions and ensure course progress
-
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 idea(s)
-
Be familiar with all course material
-
Check-in with the program staff at specified periods
-
Report back on student engagement as requested
Time Commitment:
-
Approximately 3 hours per week of mentor-led live group student interaction for the duration of the course (course lengths vary)
-
Approximately 1 hour per week of async engagement, feedback and small operational tasks*
- time commitment will vary based on number of students assigned
Qualifications:
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Strong passion for all aspects of course subject matter
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Experience working with adolescents/teens ages 13-17
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Passion for helping others achieve their goals with an emphasis on delighting and engaging students
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Strong interest and undergraduate-level proficiency in the subject area
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Ability to work in the absence of direct supervisory relationships
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Demonstrated ability to learn and work in digital communications platforms such as email, Zoom, Google Hangouts or Canvas
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Pass background check
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Authorization to work in the United States
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Applicants must be Current Students or Alumni of Brandeis University.
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Although this is a remote position, the role is under Kaplan Test Prep which is a U.S. based company. Employees must be eligible to work in the U.S., and the work must be performed in the U.S.
Location
Remote/Nationwide, USA
Kaplan is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Location
Additional Locations
Employee Type
Employee
Job Functional Area
Tutors
Kaplan is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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