Academic Mentor

Job Description

Job Description

DEPARTMENT : HOMEWORK CENTER / YOUTH

POSITION TITLE : ACADEMIC MENTOR

STATUS : REGULAR / NON-EXEMPT – PART-TIME

COMPENSATION : $22.00 PER HOUR

DIRECT SUPERVISOR : EDUCATION & YOUTH ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR

UNIT : SEATTLE WHITE CENTER CORPS

GENERAL STATEMENT :

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is the spiritual regeneration of all people.

MISSION STATEMENT :

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

FUNCTION OF POSITION : As an Academic Mentor, you will work to assist with developing and implementing relational programs for children, youth, and their families. Work to prepare vibrant, academically strong, and socially skilled students who are ready to flourish in life.

Some duties include but are not limited to tutoring youth in grades Kindergarten through High School in various subjects, monitoring daily homework assignments, monitoring daily reading assignments, developing programs, and planning curriculum.

SCHEDULE :

Monday – Friday with occasional evenings, weekends, holidays

Hours are subject to change during the summer

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

• A High School diploma or GED completion is required
• Ability to read and write clearly in English
• Working with children in an educational environment
• Knowledgeable of basic math, reading, and writing skills

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

SOFTWARE-RELATED SKILLS :

QUALIFICATIONS :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result. The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.

A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions : paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Health Insurance : Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO / PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.

Life and Voluntary Options : An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.

Retirement Plans : Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.

Parental Leave : The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.

Sick Leave : 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months’ service time.

Paid Vacation :

Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions.

Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions.

Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months’ service time.

Paid Holidays : 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities / Women / Veterans / People with Disabilities.