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Student Residential Mentor for IPSE's Elevate Program

North Carolina State University

$4,000 stipend per academic year, plus provided housing.

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

May 06, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195134TM
Position Number	13JGM4
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	Overview of the College of Education: As one of the nation's top-ranked colleges of education, NC State's College of Education leads the way in North Carolina in preparing extraordinary educators, conducting transformational research, and engaging communities where they are to improve the educational outcomes of all learners and advance the greater good.The college's faculty are widely-recognized thought leaders who use their research to transform the practice of teaching, learning, and leading. They have particular strengths in improving technology-enhanced learning and teaching; fostering community-based learning and PK-16 partnerships; and innovating leadership and workforce development, educational policy, and evaluation. About two-thirds of the faculty are grant active. They are engaged in over 225 active projects totaling $151 million, making them the most productive in terms of research activity compared with other colleges of education in North Carolina and among the Top 5% in the nation. In FY24, the college's research expenditures exceeded $20 million.The college has over 1,600 students studying across five graduate certificates, seven undergraduate majors, two undergraduate minors, 13 master's degrees, three Ph.D., and two Ed.D. programs housed in three academic departments: Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education; and Teacher Education and Learning Sciences, with approximately 130 tenure-track and professional-track faculty, 110 support and professional staff, and about 160 graduate and teaching assistants. The College of Education is also home to the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research, the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, and Elevate, NC State's inclusive postsecondary education program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.The college has over 18,000 living alumni, with over 6,000 working in public schools in every county in North Carolina. Those who are teachers rate among the highest in effectiveness on surveys of school employers in North Carolina. Elevate, NC State's inclusive postsecondary education program, accepted its first cohort of students in Spring 2025. Administratively housed in the Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences in the College of Education, Elevate is a university-wide initiative designed for North Carolina residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities ( IDD) and offers educational credentials, such as certificates. The program focuses on five pillars of success: academics, employment, personal development, independent living and social engagemen Primary Purpose of Residential Mentor position: The Residential Mentor plays a vital role in creating supportive living-learning environments where Elevate program students can develop and strengthen their independent living skills. Residential Mentors share an apartment suite with three Elevate students and, in collaboration with Elevate staff and University Housing, they create community with students and support students' individual goals for independence, social, and academic success. Residential Mentors partner with other campus services-including Housing and Residence Life, Facilities Management, Dining, Transportation, Student Health, and Campus Safety. Note: This position is only open to currently enrolled NC State students in good academic standing. This position requires the selected residential mentor to live on site in University Housing from August 12 2025-May 15 2026.
Is Time Limited	Yes
If Yes, Appointment Length	August 12, 2025-May 15th, 2026

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title	Student Residential Mentor for IPSE's Elevate Program

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	Schedule: 20 hours a week, must live in residence
Other Work/Responsibilities	Community Living & Support (60%) Foster the development of individualized daily, weekly, and monthly routines for Elevate students living in University Housing Work with Elevate students and Elevate staff to establish independent living goals each semester and monitor students' progress on independent living goals Provide peer-level support through active listening and presence in the residence halls Assist with time management and wellness practices Support development of conflict resolution skills in partnership with University Housing Maintain shared spaces collaboratively and encourage independence Help students understand and adhere to safety and emergency protocols and procedures as directed by University Housing Communicate concerns, including Facilities issues or crisis response needs to University Housing staff Mentorship & Engagement (20%) Lead check ins on a regular basis to establish community Assist students in navigating residential community spaces and social opportunities Encourage the development of independent living skills through workshops and the use of educational materials and guides in collaboration with Elevate staff Develop positive interpersonal relationships with Elevate students Administrative & Team Responsibilities (20%) Participate in team meetings and training sessions with University Housing and Elevate team members Complete administrative responsibilities supporting the department's operations as identified to sustain accurate reporting and records. Understand and follow protocols to assist students with accessing appropriate housing and independent living resources Support planning and implementing events associated with campus and community partners Other duties as assigned by Project Manager for Elevate Program
Minimum Experience/Education	Minimum Experience/Qualifications: Commitment to student-centered work Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills Proficiency with email, digital messaging, Microsoft Office Suite, and virtual communication platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams Ability to respond to urgent or emergent situations with professionalism and care Experience serving as a peer mentor Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of employment and maintenance throughout duraton of employment Enrolled in at least 12 (undergrad) or 9 (grad) credit hours each semester Ability to be endorsed for employment by NC State's Human Resources after completing a criminal background check Complete an NC State housing application, including acceptance of the housing agreement University Disciplinary Charges or Sanctions: Individuals are not eligible for employment if, at the time of the employment offer, at the start of employment, and during employment: The student is on Academic Integrity Probation for less than one complete Fall or Spring semester related to academic misconduct under the Code of Student Conduct; or The student is found Responsible for any non-academic violation under the Code of Student Conduct, including University Housing's Community Standard
Department Required Skills	Job duties/description of work: Compliance Expectations Participate in all required training associated with FERPA, the Clery Act, and Title IX Comply with privacy protocols as identified by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Complete all reporting responsibilities identified by Title IX, including any crimes or incidents of sex discrimination of which they are made aware. Must be availaible to work August 12, 2025-May 15th, 2026
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Experience with disability communities valued but not required Proficiency with documentation and digital tools such as Google Drive, GroupMe, and templated reporting systems
Required License or Certification	N.A
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$4,000 stipend per academic year, plus provided housing.

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	05/06/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/218014

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

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