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Tutor Mentor

We are looking for a dedicated volunteer that has a firm grasp on the technical concepts of the AWS Associate Level Certification, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, CISCO IT Essentials, CISCO Network Essentials, CompTIA A+, CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA IT Fundamentals, CompTIA Linux+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Google IT Support Professional Certificate, or
Salesforce Administrator Certification. This will be for Learners during their immersive experience and or Alumni participating in Upskilling.

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What you’ll do:

  • Embody and adopt Per Scholas core values of Ambition, Integrity, Professionalism, Resourcefulness, Perseverance, and Commitment to Service.
  • Support and tutor learners through their immersive learning journey or Alumni in their Upskilling courses.
  • Hold a group tutoring session at least once a week, for a group of up to 4 learners or alumni learners
  • Attend regular check ins and professional development courses with PS Alumni Engagement Team
  • Provide job preparation, time management, and professional development coaching based on your level of experience
  • Leverage mentees current abilities to promote positive study skills
  • Log volunteer hours and meetings, as well as attendance for each session.

Required Experience:

  • Graduated Per Scholas with an 85% GPA or higher
  • Graduated or recertified in the certification or course you plan to tutor within 1 year of current tutor year
  • Have a certification or graduated  in the course you are looking to tutor for
  • Proficient time management and communication skills
  • Availability to tutor once per week for 2, 6  or 12 month time frame, or able to do an exam prep session

Preferred Experience

  • IT Placement for at least 6 months
  • Passed all required examinations for certifications
  • Work experience in the field that you plan to tutor in
  • Track record of using the information from the course material in the last 2 years
  • Interpersonal relationship building skills

 

Engagement Start Date

  • Spring 2023
    Actively Recruiting
  • Summer 2023
    Registration opens June 1st

Course Level

  • Some technical knowledge recommended
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Have questions?

We can help with course selection, and answer questions about eligibility requirements and special circumstances. Contact an Alumni Admissions team member