Academic Mentor

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number

G / R30652P

Working Title

Academic Mentor

Department

Athletics-Student Services

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department

This part-time position requires academic mentors to meet with student-athletes weekly during regularly scheduled sessions to foster academic independence and encourage self-regulated learning.

College / Unit / Department website

Employment Type

Employee

Additional Schedule Information

1 hour mentor sessions - $15.00 an hr

Advertised Salary

15.00 hourly

Anticipated Start Date

08 / 18 / 2025

Posting Date

08 / 18 / 2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

"NCAA rules prohibit institutions from hiring individuals who are employed at a high school or coach a high school team (or a team that includes high school-aged students). This also would include spouses of these individuals. Are you and / or your spouse employed at a high school or coach a high school team (or a team that includes high school-aged students)?

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Duties / Responsibilities

Duties / Responsibilities

Provide individualized instruction in the areas of time management, organization, note-taking, studying, and test-taking strategies, all within the scope of UGA, SEC, and NCAA rules and regulations, while maintaining a supportive environment

Percentage of time

70

Duties / Responsibilities

File reports on each session and communicate regularly and in a timely manner with Academic Counselors and Support Staff, in accordance with departmental policies

Percentage of time

25

Duties / Responsibilities

Attend mandatory trainings / meetings

Percentage of time