Student Mentor for Cottonwood Crossing Summer Institute
Join the Rural Engagement & Vitality (REV) Center at Eastern Oregon University as a Student Mentor for the Cottonwood Crossing Summer Institute! This role involves serving as a teaching assistant to an EOU professor during a week-long intensive study with high school students in fields such as Geology, Neuroscience, Writing, or Natural Resources. You will mentor high school students, assist in managing outdoor classes, and help coordinate daily activities. If you are passionate about outdoor education, mentoring youth, and have a love for nature, this position offers a unique and rewarding experience in an outdoor setting.
| Supervisors Name & Title | Ashley Innis, Project Coordinator – Rural Engagement Vitality Center |
| Student Job Title | Student Mentor for Cottonwood Crossing Summer Institute |
| Department | Rural Engagement & Vitality (REV) Center |
| Position Funding | Department Funded |
| Number of Student Positions | 4 |
| Job Category | Student employee |
| Job Level & Compensation/Wage | $750 stipend |
| Job Location | Off-campus at Cottonwood Canyon State Park |
| Job Duration | Summer session (specific dates to be determined, typically one week long) |
| Type of work schedule | Full-time during the institute; hours may vary daily based on activity schedules. Activities and responsibilities extend into the evening |
| Estimated numbers of hours per week | Approximately 40 hours for the duration of the camp week |
| Experiential Leaning: | As a Student Mentor for the Cottonwood Crossing Summer Institute, you will gain hands-on experience in educational program delivery, particularly in outdoor and environmental education settings. You will develop leadership, crisis management, and communication skills while applying educational theories and methods in real-world teaching scenarios. |
| Professional Development: | This position offers numerous professional development opportunities. You will receive job-specific training provided by the REV Center and participate in University-wide training events. Additionally, you will have access to multicultural-sponsored training activities, career exploration activities via Career Services, and resume reviews with Career Services and/or WorkSource Oregon. These experiences will help you build professional competencies crucial for careers in education, environmental science, and related fields. |
| Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions: | – Work with EOU professors to coordinate daily workshop activities and final projects. – Assist in managing outdoor classes. – Assist in meal prep, cooking, and cleaning. – Coordinate with other student mentors on scheduling and activities. – Attend meetings with external partners as needed. – Gather information and provide summaries as needed. |
| Minimum Qualifications: | – In good academic standing and enrolled in 6-9 credit hours. – Ability to spend large sections of time outdoors. – Camping, fishing, and hiking experience. |
| Preferred Qualifications: | – Experience working with youth. – Experience camping and hiking. – Ability to assist with teaching. |
| Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: | – Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage and motivate student groups. – Outdoor survival skills and the ability to teach and demonstrate these skills. – First aid and CPR certified or willing to undergo certification provided by the institute. |
| Required Application Material: | – Resume – Professional Cover Letter |
| Send Application Materials To: | Ashley Innis- ainnis@revcenter.org |
| Job Opening Date: | 4/2/2024 |
| Job Closing Date: | Open Until Filled |
| First Day of Application Review: | 4/3/2024 |
| Estimated Start Date: | TBD |
| Special Message | Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law. |
| Position Description | https://www.eou.edu/career/files/2024/06/Student-Mentor-for-Cottonwood-Crossing-Summer-Institute.pdf |
