The Faculty of Arts & Science is hiring students to assist with peer-based academic and community-building programming. See position descriptions and application forms below for positions in the First Year Learning Communities (FLC) program. Visit Arts & Science Student-Staff Job Postings to see all available positions.
Mathematics (MAT157) FLC Peer Mentor
As part of the Student Success Programs team in the Faculty of Arts & Science, First Year Learning Communities (FLC) Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the Student Success Programs Officer and the Associate Director, Student Success to provide mentorship and facilitate a welcoming and supportive community for a small group of first year students. FLCs are designed to improve the transition to life at university for first-year students by providing students with the opportunity to meet classmates, develop friendships, form study groups and develop academic and personal skills. Students will also be introduced to the resources, opportunities and culture of the campus and its surrounding community. Each FLC gets together on a bi-weekly basis in the fall and winter semesters. Working within a modest budget, peer mentors will plan and facilitate academic, developmental and social activities. Each FLC is facilitated by two Peer Mentors (preferably a collaboration between a second-year student and an upper-year student) with a Staff Advisor and Faculty Advisor.
There are 2 First Year Learning Communities (FLC) Peer Mentor positions available within Mathematics – MAT157.
Each Peer Mentor will be responsible for:
- Attending each FLC session from September to April at the designated FLC time.
- Creating, planning and facilitating the activities for each session Serving as a resource and role model for first-year students on behalf of the University of Toronto.
- Submitting a FLC summary file tracking their session plans, attendance and budget bi-weekly.
- Meeting regularly with the staff and faculty advisor to plan the content of the FLC sessions that will include academic, developmental and social activities.
- Developing an understanding of the needs of first-year university students and building a rapport and inclusive community with their FLC students.
- Communicating with FLC students through e-mail and Quercus, responding promptly to queries and concerns.
- Communicating accurate and timely information to students about relevant faculty and university resources.
- Attending professional development workshops/sessions throughout the academic year.
- Adhering to confidentiality policies and University policies.
- Reporting any issues of importance or concern to the Student Success Programs Team.
- Attending and actively participating in Peer Mentor trainings and team meetings in the fall and winter semesters
Qualifications
Mathematics (MAT157)
- Be enrolled in a Mathematics program in the Faculty of Arts & Science.
- Successful completion of the following core courses: o MAT240H1 and MAT247H1 o MAT157Y1
- Experience developing and delivering programs for students and/or small group facilitation. · Strong ability to reflect on, and communicate about, student experiences.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively with staff and faculty advisors, fellow peer mentors and a cohort of first-year students.
- Strong interest and passion to help new students make a positive transition to the University of Toronto.
- Strong understanding of equity, diversity & inclusion practices and experience working with diverse populations.
- Strong verbal and written communication, listening, and conflict resolution skills.
- Familiarity with resources available through the department of Mathematics, Arts & Science and University of Toronto.
- Experience as a past FLC participant, an asset.
- Successfully completed at least 4.0 credits as of the upcoming September.
Peer Mentors must be available during their scheduled 90-minute FLC sessions from September to April. Time to be confirmed for 2024 – 2025 academic year.)
Peer Mentors will be scheduled to work approximately 6-10 hours per week, including bi-weekly FLC sessions and meetings, up to a maximum of 200 hours over the fall 2024 and winter 2025 terms. This position will be part of the University of Toronto work study program (subject to approval).
Please note, students are only eligible to hold one work study position during the 2024-2025 academic year.
Rate of Pay: $16.55/hour
The Faculty of Arts & Science encourages applicants that will continue to expand and diversify the backgrounds, experiences and identities amongst members of our team, including students who have joined the faculty through an access program, Black, Indigenous or racialized students, students with a disability, students of religious/spiritual communities, 2SLGBTQ+ students and mature students.
Application Deadline: Friday July 19, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. (ET).
Please complete the application form and attach in pdf form a current resume and your unofficial transcript.
