Title: Peer Mentor - RISE Scholars 

Unit: Student Employment 

Department: Student Support Services

Reports to: Director of RISE Scholars

Date: September 19, 2024 

General Summary: RISE Scholars (Resources, Inclusion, Support, and Empowering Scholars) at MCC is a dual enrollment opportunity for high school students with intellectual disabilities who attend a participating school district, providing them with access to college-level courses and inclusive learning environments. Under the supervision of the RISE Scholars Program Director, the RISE Peer Mentor plays a key role in fostering the social integration of students with intellectual disabilities into campus life while also supporting their academic journey as directed by the program director. As part of the RISE Scholars team, Peer Mentors are expected to maintain consistent communication with students, educational coaches, and the program director during working hours.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate students' social engagement on campus
• Provide occasional academic support to students as directed by the program director
• Attend and actively participate in required trainings
• Regularly update program staff on student progress and any concerns 
• Uphold confidentiality of educational information in compliance with FERPA regulations
• Collaborate effectively as part of the program team 
• Accurately document hours and activities completed

• Currently enrolled as a student at Middlesex Community College 
• Willingness to assist others in socializing and engaging with the campus community 
• Ability to provide occasional support with students' coursework, including helping them schedule tutoring appointments when necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or an interest in developing these skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and adaptability

Salary Range: $17.00/hour in accordance with the College's Part Time Wage Schedule.  

Location: Bedford Campus

Hours: Max of 18.5 hours a week during the Fall / Spring semester during the day Monday through Thursday varying from 9 or 9:30AM - 1:30 or 2PM. 

Expected Start Date: October 7th, 2025

Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled

About Middlesex Community College

At Middlesex Community College, everyone teaches, everyone learns. Collaborative in nature and innovative in practice, we educate, engage, and empower a diverse community of learners. Through transformative opportunities, we challenge and support every student to succeed and lead. Recognizing equity and inclusion as the foundation for excellence and creativity, Middlesex Community College meets the evolving educational, civic and workforce needs of our local and global communities.

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