Camp Launch Mentor

Job Requisition:

JR102116 Camp Launch Mentor (Open)

Job Posting Title:

Camp Launch Mentor

Department:

CC00182 WM001 | SOE | Education Operations

Job Family:

Staff - Academic Program Administration

Worker Sub Type:

Wage-Seasonal (requires end date - non-benefited) (Fixed Term) (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

School of Education

Primary Job Posting Location:

Posting Location - William & Mary

Job Description Summary:

Camp Launch Mentors play an essential role in guiding and supporting high school students throughout their educational journey. As role models, motivators, and leaders, mentors help students navigate academic, social, and personal challenges while fostering a positive, inclusive, and enriching Camp Launch environment.

Mentors also play a key part in preparing students for life beyond high school by encouraging college and career exploration, supporting goal-setting, and promoting academic planning and readiness.

This position is ideal for individuals passionate about youth development, education, and leadership. Mentors have the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact by building confidence, inspiring curiosity, and nurturing a strong sense of belonging among high-ability students from a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Job Description:

This is a pooled position reviewed on an as needed basis to meet program needs. Applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

We will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for students, fostering a supportive, inclusive, and encouraging atmosphere.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment at all times.
• Provide ongoing guidance in both academic and non-academic areas to help students overcome challenges and make informed decisions.
• Build strong, trusting relationships that promote students’ confidence, social development, and personal growth.
• Encourage students to set and pursue academic and personal goals, emphasizing resilience, responsibility, and self-advocacy.
• Promote the development of essential college-readiness skills and self-confidence.
• Serve as a resource for questions about high school coursework, extracurricular involvement, and the college application process.
• Collaborate with staff and fellow mentors to maintain a positive, inclusive, and mission-driven program culture.
• Lead and supervise one-on-one and group virtual activities, workshops, and enrichment sessions.
• Support the delivery of educational and recreational programming, including attendance at three required in-person events.
• Ensure that students remain engaged, safe, and actively participating in all activities.
• Observe student behavior, manage conflicts appropriately, and refer concerns as needed.
• Enforce program rules and policies consistently and fairly.
• Work closely with program coordinators to deliver a cohesive and impactful mentorship experience.
• Participate in all required training sessions and staff meetings.
• Serve as a liaison between students and program staff, ensuring effective communication and coordinated support.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience working with youth in educational, camp, or mentorship settings.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with students from a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
• Demonstrated leadership, patience, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to a dynamic program environment.
• Commitment to upholding the mission and values of the Camp Launch Mentorship Program.

Compensation: $17 per hour.

Time Commitment:

• Must be available for the full program year.
• Expected time commitment: 20-25 hours per month.

Conditions of Employment:

• This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may require overtime including scheduled and unscheduled, nights and weekends, and or holidays.
• All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed, on average, 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve month period beginning May 1 each year.

Additional Job Description:

For full consideration please submit a resume and a cover letter indicating your interest and qualifications for the position.

Job Profile:

JP0320 - Education Support Assistant - Nonexempt - Hourly - H02

Qualifications:

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Compensation Grade:

H02

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-09-21

Position Restrictions:

Restricted Term

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