WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A FIREWALL MENTOR? The Mentor is an essential member of Firewall's leadership team. Mentors build a close relationship with a group of students, model positive behaviors, and support with academics all while having a ton of fun with kids every day! • Build meaningful, encouraging relationships with students and be a trusted, positive presence in their lives • Lead and participate in daily recreational activities that build relationships, teamwork, and HAVE FUN! • Support students with homework, projects, and test/quiz preparation while helping them grow in confidence and independence • Serve as a positive role model and help students navigate and resolve conflicts in healthy, respectful ways • Assist with daily program set-up and breakdown of site • Monitor and maintain accurate student data • Participate in quarterly trainings and special program events to continue growing as a mentor and leader AMERICORPS BENEFITS: • Bi-weekly consistent pay • Scholarship! (Upon successful completion of service contract.) • Unlimited and 24/7 access to in-the-moment, phone call mental health counseling services • Free Life Coaching (up to 3 sessions with verified coaches) HOURLY BENEFITS: • Bi-weekly pay for agreed upon hourly wage and hours worked • Flexible schedule * Job description responsibilities include but are not limited to the above. ** Bonus Perk: Know someone who’d be a great fit? Earn a $100 referral bonus for every awesome staff member you help us hire! (Length of employment requirements apply.) QUALIFICATIONS: • The Mentor must be a United States citizen, a national or legal permanent resident and at least 18 years of age • The Mentor must be able to work within Broward County Public Schools (all Firewall staff receive a background check). • Ability to work well with students and coworkers. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: • High school diploma or equivalent • High school seniors (under 18) may also apply for AmeriCorps specific positions only