POSITION TITLE: Parsons Scholars Mentor Fellow
INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH
Parsons Scholars was founded in 1997 and provides NYC, financially eligible high school students with a 2.5 year art and design scholarship. We are seeking Mentor Fellows to support Saturday programming involving one on one mentorship, administrative tasks, as well as pursuing their own research project related to equity and access in art and design.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support Youth Advocates during Saturday afternoon sessions with lesson plans and facilitation.
Document programming through photographs and written blog posts
Organize and maintain inventory room, including restocking supplies
Create social media graphics for recruitment, public events, and the annual lookbook
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Matriculated undergraduate student
Organizational and communication skills
Interest in art and design education
Interest in equity and access in art and design
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
FWS eligible
WORK MODE
On-Campus Position - Employees in this position are expected to work on-campus during regularly scheduled work hours due to the nature of the work being that which is not feasible, or not in the best interest of the organization, to be performed remotely.
Hourly Rate: $18.50
Responsibilities:
Parsons Scholars Mentors support the high school students in the Parsons Scholars Program during afternoon sessions on Saturdays. Their primary responsibilities include gathering materials for workshops, one-on-one support with making, and fulfilling their year-long research project in connection with the Parsons Scholars mission.
We look forward to receiving your application!