POSITION: Lead Community Mentor

JOB GOAL: Increase positive and safe school culture based on school’s core values; enhance student-staff relationships; support at-risk students; increase diversity of adult role models from communities that are currently underrepresented in the faculty and staff; strengthen community connection to the school. The lead mentor will assist the Youth Development Coordinator in leadership of the Community Mentor program’s initiatives.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Excellent relationship building skills with school aged students and faculty/staff
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience working with youth of diverse cultures and socio-economic statuses in educational, mentoring, or community-based settings
• Knowledge of restorative practices, trauma-informed care, or youth development principles
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a school-based team

Reports to: Principal and Youth Development Coordinator

Performance Responsibilities:

• Mentor students referred by administrators and/or counselors in Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 interventions in collaboration with school support teams.
• Assist with mentor referrals and implementation of mentoring plans.
• Support attendance and dropout prevention initiatives through outreach and relationship-building.
• Serve as a consistent and caring adult presence and role model for students, particularly those identified as being at-risk.
• Model and promote positive behavior, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Support school-wide restorative practices and restorative circles.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of professional development.
• Collaborate with staff to resolve conflicts and repair harm; de-escalate situations with a calm and appropriate manner.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and community partners.
• Work with counselors and staff to help connect students and families to school and community-based resources.
• Support Vision of a Graduate (VOG) student mentors and peer-led initiatives.
• Assist with planning and implementation of after-school and enrichment programming.
• Participate in school events and activities that promote community connection and student engagement.
• Assisting staff in developing positive school culture throughout the building (in the hallways, when invited into classes, during lunches etc.).

Compensation: Unaffiliated;$35-$40/hour based on experience; up to 20 hours per week

Additional Information: This position may require flexible hours, including some after school time

The Barnstable Public Schools welcomes applicants who reflect the diversity of our community.