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Western New Mexico University

PEER MENTOR FACULTY REFERENCE

 

I hereby authorize the below-named professor to release the requested information to the professional staff of the Academic Support Center.

Student’s Signature: Date:

Dear________________________________ : (professor’s name)
 

____________________________________ (applicant’s name) has used your name as a reference for a Peer Mentor position in the subject(s) of_____________________________________________________ in the Academic Support Center. We want to hire the best qualified Peer Mentors. Therefore, it is important for us to know whether you recommend this student.

The primary duties of a Peer Mentor are to assist students with studying and learning skills, serve as a liaison between students and the university programs and services, and assist in the provision of academic support services including the tutorial and early alert processes and supplemental instruction.

In consideration of your time, this reference form has been designed as a checklist. Please feel free, however, to add comments or to call me at 538-6304.

Thank you for your help.

Sincerely,

Richard Pease, Interim Director

ASC

Name of Student:
Qualifications
Highly Recommend
Recommend
Do Not

Recommend

Insufficient

Information
Capable of tutoring in the area(s) identified above        
Able to communicate with and relate meaningfully to other students        
Responsible and willing to work under supervision.        
Additional comments:
 
 

 

Professor’s Signature: Date: 

Western New Mexico University and the Academic Support Center do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment of the provision of services.

 

 

Western New Mexico University

PEER MENTOR POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

The primary duties of Peer Mentors are to assist students with studying and learning skills, and serve as a liaison between students and the university programs and services, and assist in the provision of academic support services including the tutorial and early alert processes and supplemental instruction.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Initiate personal contact via phone or other means of communication with new and continuing students to (1) academically mentor students in specific subjects (2) assist students with preparation of semester academic plans, and (3) discuss academic performance appraisals.
  • Maintain accurate records of student contacts.
  • Prepare and submit weekly reports summarizing student contacts and activities.
  • Assist students in understanding the requirements, procedures, and resources of WNMU.
  • Assist in the implementation of activities related to the Academic Support Center to include Freshman Seminar and Summer Bridge programs.
  • Assist in the development of printed materials for the Academic Support Center.
  • Help monitor LRC resources to ensure they are available and in good working order for students to use (computers, printers, furniture, books, etc.).
  • Assist in the supervision of the LRC.
Job Qualifications
  • Sophomore or higher classification and have completed one or more semesters at WNMU.
  • Overall GPA of 2.8 and As or Bs in the targeted courses.
  • Ability to communicate well orally and relate meaningfully with fellow students as determined in a personal interview.
  • Responsibility and willingness to work under supervision.
  • Previous experience in either teaching or tutoring beneficial.
  • Two strong recommendations from university faculty.
  • No campus disciplinary record.
Job Requirements

Peer Mentors are expected to:

  • Complete six hours of basic training during the first week of the semester.
  • Maintain a 2.8 GPA each semester they are employed.
  • Participate in initial and ongoing training programs and staff meetings as requested.
  • Become familiar with all services of the Academic Support Center and related services.
  • Assist students individually and in groups in subject matters, studying and learning skills.
  • Adhere to a predetermined work schedule and keep records of hours worked and students’ contacts.
  • Behave professionally and dress appropriately.
Organizational Relationships

The Peer Mentor reports to the Director of the Academic Support Center and interacts with staff from other units of the department.

Work Schedule

The work schedule will depend on the department’s needs, not to exceed 15 hours per week and may include weekends.

Western New Mexico University and the Academic Support Center do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment of the provision of service.

 

Western New Mexico University

PEER MENTOR APPLICATION

Date______________

Name___________________________________________________________

Last, First, Middle

Address _________________________________________________________

Mailing Address, City, Stae, Zip

Phone_____________ or (____) ______________ SS#___________________

Local Number Permanent Home Number

Class: Graduate____ Senior____ Junior____ Sophomore____ Freshman_____

(check one)

Anticipated Graduation Date____________ Major_________________________

Current GPA_______ Last Semester GPA________ GPA in Major___________

Have you completed one or more semesters at WNMU? Yes ____ No_____

Are you currently working in another department on campus? Yes ____ No___

Would you be available to work in evenings and/or weekends?

Yes______ No______ Don’t Know______

List any foreign languages you read and write__________________________

List the subjects for which you feel qualified to be a Peer Mentor ___________

_________________________________________________________________

Why do you wish to be a Peer Mentor?_________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

Why do you feel you would make a good Peer Mentor?___________________

_________________________________________________________________

What do you perceive as the responsibilities of a Peer Mentor?_____________

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

Identify two professors (in subject areas that you intend to tutor) who will act as references.

1.______________________________ 2._______________________________
 

Applicant’s Signature_______________________________________________

Academic Support : Juan Chacon Building | Room 220 | Ext. 6400