Student - Math Mentor Team Lead - MQR

Student - Math Mentor Team Lead - MQR

Salary

$16.75 Hourly

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

Student

Job Number

FY2706765

Division

VP Academic Affairs

Department

Mathematical/Quantitative Reasoning

Opening Date

10/23/2026

Closing Date

11/13/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Max Number of Applicants

65

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Student Class Schedule

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

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Position Announcement

The UVU Math Mentor Program is seeking Team Leads who are passionate about the Math Mentor Program's purpose and student outreach. Team Leads play an active and vital role in shaping the future of the Math Mentor Program as well as contributing to the success of students enrolled in Math and Quantitative Reasoning (MQR) Department courses. Qualified Team Leads are remarkable mentors who have demonstrated proactive, timely, and high-quality completion of all tasks assigned to them by program administrators and instructors.

Summary of Responsibilities

The Math Mentor Team Lead will assist other team leads along with the Program Director and Coordinator in running the Math Mentor Program. Team Leads are assigned and oversee a group of 4-6 mentors. Team Lead duties include:

• Planning and executing biannual training retreats and weekly trainings.

• Organizing and carrying out monthly team/program activities.

• Updating, organizing, and managing program media and technology.

• Attending weekly Team Lead meetings.

• Assisting the program administrators, members, and participants as needed.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Must be a current UVU student.
• Have completed at least one semester as a UVU math mentor.
• GPA must be at least a 3.0.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to applicants who consistently turn logs/TIMs in on time without error, respond to all program communications within 24 hours, complete all program and UVU trainings promptly, and discharge their mentor duties as outlined in the mentor contract.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Thorough understanding of the UVU Math Mentor Program's mission, policies, procedures, and operational practices.

• Strong foundation in STEM mathematics, non-STEM mathematics, or both, at the MQR level.

• Familiarity with Canvas, Microsoft Teams, and mathematics learning platforms.

• Understanding of effective teaching and learning strategies, study skills, and exam preparation techniques.

• Awareness of approaches for supporting, motivating, guiding, and mentoring peers.

• Familiarity with campus resources and student support services.

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities, including active and empathetic listening skills.

• Strong collaboration skills with a demonstrated ability to contribute meaningfully in team environments.

• Receptiveness to feedback with a commitment to continuous improvement and implementation of recommendations.

• Ability to foster inclusive participation and encourage diverse perspectives within group settings.

• Demonstrated dependability, adaptability, cooperation, and professionalism.

• Strong emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, respect for others, patience, cultural sensitivity, and a growth-oriented mindset.

• Experience connecting with and supporting students who may be struggling academically.

• Ability to establish appropriate mentor-student boundaries while maintaining approachability, consistency, and availability.

• Capacity to build trust, develop meaningful relationships, and promote a positive mentoring environment.

• Initiative to contribute ideas, follow through on responsibilities, and support program goals.

• Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving capabilities, including the ability to identify concerns and implement practical solutions.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities.

• Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.

• Adaptability in supporting individuals with diverse learning styles, preferences, and needs.

• Availability to work weekends, including either Saturday or Sunday on a regular basis.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with fellow mentors, instructors, and program administrators.

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Student positions are ineligible from the university's full-time employee benefits package and part-time offerings.

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