Lead Peer Mentor

Lead Peer Mentor

Salary

$17.43 - $17.94 Hourly

Location

Sauk Valley Community College, IL

Job Type

Part-Time Support Staff

Department

Admissions and Academic Advising

Opening Date

08/11/2026

Closing Date

8/15/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

Description

Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC) invites applications for the position of Peer Mentor Lead Facilitator. The Peer Mentor Lead Facilitator will play a crucial role in supporting and guiding our student peer mentors to ensure the success of our mentoring programs. This is a part-time seasonal position during the regular academic year.

Located in rural northwestern Illinois along the scenic Rock River, SVCC is situated between the cities of Dixon and Sterling, placing it just one hour from Rockford and the Quad Cities, and two hours west of Chicago. The College provides a robust benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance, tuition reimbursement, tuition waivers, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS).

For complete details, please visit our benefits page at https://www.svcc.edu/employees/opportunities/benefits.html.

Examples of Duties

• General office duties including filing, scanning, and copying and data entry.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of student peer mentors.
• Conduct regular check-ins and team meetings.
• Help develop and implement training sessions for peer mentors.
• Work closely with peer mentors and licensed counselors to address the academic, personal, and social needs of mentees.
• Develop resources for mentors and mentees, including academic success tips, time management strategies, and study techniques
• Maintain accurate records of mentoring sessions, student progress, and program outcomes.
• Collect regular feedback from both mentors and mentees.
• Other duties/projects as assigned by office staff.

Essential Functions

• Must display professionalism and confidentiality in all matters.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and precisely.
• Must be able to use computers.
• Must be able to operate basic office equipment.
• Must be able to follow directions.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. Prior experience working with peer mentors/mentees is strongly preferred.

Supplemental Information

Sauk Valley Community College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination in all employee and student relations. No person on the basis of race, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, sex, genetic information, creed, religion, color, marital or parental status or family responsibilities, veteran status, age, national origin, membership in any professional group, organization or association, socioeconomic status, or mental or physical disability is discriminated against, which includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial assistance, placement, recruitment, educational programs, and activities. Students admitted from a foreign country are expected to take the TOEFL exam. A minimum level of competency on the TOEFL exam is part of the consideration of admission. For students who reside in the United States, a lack of English skills is not a barrier to admission and participation in educational programs. Violation of this policy on the basis of sex is also governed by the Sexual Misconduct Procedures. Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Director of Human Resources.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our https://www.svcc.edu/employees/opportunities/benefits.html.

Employer Sauk Valley Community College (IL)

Address 173 Illinois Route 2

Dixon, Illinois, 61021-9110

Phone 815-835-6291

Website https://www.svcc.edu