Job Title:

Dreamline Mentor

Job Category:

Youth Development, Mentoring

Department/Group:

Dreamline 

Job Code/ Req#:

Location:

Conway Community Center 

Travel Required:

Yes 

Level/Salary Range:

$16-$18 per hour 

Position Type:

Part-Time to Full-Time 

HR Contact:

Jade Adams

Date Posted:

ASAP

Will Train Applicant(s):

Yes 

Posting Expires:

Until Filled 

External Posting URL:

http://thesannehfoundation.org/about-us/careers/ 

Description

Sanneh Foundation Mission

The mission of Sanneh is to Empower youth, Improve lives, and Unite communities. Sanneh empowers youth by

supporting and promoting educational attainment through in-school and after-school support, improves lives by

providing programs that strengthen physical health and social and emotional development, and unite communities by

advancing diversity, equity, and community well-being.

Values:

• Building Community

• Caring & Compassion

• Diversity & Inclusion

• Education

• Integrity

• Inspiring Excellence

• Innovation & Leadership

• Fun

• Character Building

Position Description

Dreamline Mentors provide social-emotional support and mentorship to students who are struggling to meet their academic and personal goals. Each Mentor works in their assigned school (locations are in the Metro or Saint Cloud) with a cohort of 20-25 students to develop meaningful relationships and motivate students to set and achieve their personal goals. 

Role and Responsibilities

Mentors identify individual student needs and tailor their approach, incorporating strategies for racially and ethnically diverse students. This is accomplished through mentoring, tutoring, classroom support, expanded learning opportunities, after-school support, and more.

The Dreamline Mentor is also responsible for ensuring the highest quality of program delivery at their school site through reporting accurate data, building strong relationships with school staff and teachers, and engaging families as needed.

Dreamline Mentors will also participate in other Sanneh Foundation programs or events as needed, including monthly professional development and fundraising events. Lastly, Mentors will have the opportunity to attend professional sporting events and cultural events.

Required Education & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• At least one year of full-time work or volunteer experience

• Passion for and interest in working with youth

• Skills to build meaningful relationships with students and staff

• Ability to work effectively with youth and adults from diverse backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, and culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, socioeconomic status, etc.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, & inclusion work

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

• Comfortable with ambiguity

• Motivated to work independently

• Ability to work collaboratively with a team

• Ability to pass a background check

Preferred Education & Qualifications

• Relevant youth work experience, particularly in a school or learning setting

• Relevant higher education or training

• Experience collecting and documenting data

• Understanding of youth development frameworks, trauma-informed care, social-emotional learning

• Experience facilitating mediation or support groups

Benefits

• 403(b)

• 403(b) Matching 

• Dental Insurance

• Health Insurance

• Health Savings Account

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Plan

• Telehealth Services 

Apply

Please send a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to the HR Department office at, recruitment@thesannehfoundation.org. In the subject line, please indicate the job title.

Physical Demands and other notice

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Must be able to lift up to ten pounds. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. VISION: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. 

HEARING: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

The Sanneh Foundation is an affirmative action & equal opportunity employer. D/V/M/F. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. If you require accommodation to apply for a position, please contact Jade Adams HR Generalist at: 651.690.4855 Ext:3

The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this job.  This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements

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