Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.
Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.
This position is based in the following office location:
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Breakthrough Manchester College-Bound at SNHU (BTM-CB) is a tuition-free program guided by a mission to give continued support in academic growth, educational enrichment, college-readiness, and essential skill-building to under-resourced high school students while inspiring the next generation of well-rounded leaders and educators. BTM-CB continues the college-access pipeline for students who entered the program as rising 7th graders through Breakthrough Manchester at the Derryfield School.
Reporting to the Director of College Access Programs, you will provide dedicated support to students through advising, college access and success curriculum on eight College-Bound Saturdays, and a college success culture and community. #LI-Onsite
This role requires that you work onsite one Saturday per month at our Manchester, NH campus location and pays $13.50/hour.
You'll Get To:
- Check the progress of 4-6 high school student advisees weekly through virtual progress reports and respond with academic suggestions and feedback
- Update supervisor and attend monthly check-in meetings
- Meet with students and attend half-day workshops at least 8 Saturdays per school year
- Be available to respond to student questions within 48 hours
- Participate in advisor professional learning community meetings and professional development sessions
- Facilitate weekly or bi-monthly study hall meetings at the Manchester High Schools for homework help, check-ins, and support of BTMCB students
- Plan and lead at least one Saturday workshop per school year for the students
- Submit regular progress self-reflections and reflections on advisee progress
What We're Looking For:
- Must be a currently enrolled college student in an undergraduate program or a recent alumni of an undergraduate program
- High school diploma
- Desire to partner with an incredible population of under-resourced students
- Must live within a commutable distance (90 miles) to our campus
We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.
Compensation
The hourly pay range for this position is $12.00 - $29.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.Skills Required
- Must be a currently enrolled undergraduate student or a recent undergraduate alumni
- High school diploma
- Must live within a commutable distance (90 miles) to the Manchester, NH campus
- Work onsite one Saturday per month at the Manchester, NH campus
- Meet with students and attend at least 8 half-day Saturday workshops per school year
- Facilitate weekly or bi-monthly study hall meetings at Manchester High Schools
- Be available to respond to student questions within 48 hours
What We Do
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is a private, nonprofit institution of higher education based in Manchester, New Hampshire. It provides a diverse array of undergraduate and graduate degree programs across multiple disciplines, including information technology and business. SNHU is widely recognized for its commitment to accessibility and innovation, offering flexible learning paths through both traditional on-campus experiences and comprehensive online degree programs.
