[Hiring] University Partners Course Mentor @Kaplan

Role Description

Kaplan University Partners (KUP) is seeking part-time Medicine 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 digital messaging tools via Canvas inbox. Finally, mentors advise and guide students on course assignments.

In preparation for the role, mentors will complete a paid training program (3 hours of 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:

• Provide async guidance, feedback and answer 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 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 3-10+ hours per week of async engagement, feedback and small operational tasks
• Time commitment will vary based on number of students assigned and is expected to be heavier during the summer months (May - August)

Qualifications

• 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
• Applicants preferred have knowledge or experience in Medicine

Requirements

• Applicants are preferred to have education and/or experience in pre-medical content areas like biology, physiology, women’s health, medical research, etc.
• Although this is a remote position, the role is under Kaplan North America 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.

Benefits

• The salary range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00 per hour.
• Remote/Nationwide, USA

Company Description

Kaplan University Partners provides pre-college students with exceptional, career-minded enrichment/certificate programs taught online by world-class experts. Students will receive guidance from mentors who will provide encouragement and direction on assignments, inspire and motivate students to succeed and offer brainstorming and ideation help as students prepare for their final project. Students may range from middle school students to working professionals.