Mentor Coordinator (High School)

Mentor Coordinator (High School)

Why We DREAM: Our Beliefs:

We believe that the opportunity gap is unfair and unjust. We believe that childhood is a precious part of the human experience and worthy of great investment. We believe that all children have immense potential to contribute to our society and that lost potential for one is lost potential for all.

We believe that change is possible. Our Vision: We seek a world in which all children have the opportunities, resources, and relationships necessary to achieve their dreams.

Our Mission: to close the opportunity gap for children living in low-income housing. Cultural Values We live in the grassroots. We see ourselves as more of a movement than an organization.

We value bottom-up development and look to our volunteers for leadership. We are relationship-oriented. When relationships are done well, they can change the world and build bridges across differences.

Relationships are at the center of all we do and are our greatest source of impact, influence, and learning. We value transparency. We are an open organization and invite all to participate in decision-making.

We see honest communication as the foundation for creating trust and understanding. We like to play. We sing, surprise, act spontaneously, play games, and imagine.

We see potential for something magical in every interaction. We think play is the ultimate vehicle for delivering our services. We think the high dive is fun!

Positive risk-taking plays a crucial role in development. By pushing our comfort zones, we broaden our world views and expand our options. We think anything is possible.

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Member Duties : Foster a bonded, positive, and supportive community of high school aged mentors, elementary aged mentees, parents, and community partners. Build unique relationships with each of your high school mentees.

Ensure each high school mentor is prepared, trained and ready to provide a safe and culturally appropriate experience to elementary school aged mentees.

Ensure DREAM high school mentors have a strong handle on the four curriculum themes: mentoring, identity, meaning & purpose, and sense of place. Facilitate development of DREAM high school mentors' organizational and time management skills.

Ensure DREAM youth and families have agency over their DREAM experience. Positions available in the Burlington Area, the Northeast Kingdom, Southern Vermont, and the Upper Valley.

Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service , Training .

Terms :

Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Uniforms provided and required , Car recommended .

Service Areas :

Education , Housing , Community and Economic Development , Children/Youth , Community Outreach .

Skills :

Social Services , Youth Development , Education , Leadership , Community Organization , Recruitment , Teaching/Tutoring , Non-Profit Management , Counseling , Communications , Conflict Resolution , Team Work .