Spring 2022 Maryland Mentor Corps Mentor Application
**NOTE** Currently, Maryland Mentor Corps is planning to primarily conduct in-person, on-site tutoring in Spring 2022 (with some limited exceptions). The mission of the Maryland Mentor Corps, a partnership between the University of Maryland and Prince George's County Public Schools, is to provide high quality mentoring in local schools that enriches learning opportunities for both college and elementary school students. The Maryland Mentor Corps aims to:
- Provide a strong mentoring and tutoring experience for elementary school children in the Prince George’s County Public Schools, ultimately helping more children be successful in reading and math and reducing the impact of the educational opportunity gap - Help University of Maryland students understand the complexities of public K through 12 education and empower them to be education advocates - Provide University of Maryland students with the opportunity for work experience, especially in the area of teaching, and provide professional development in teaching and leadership - Enhance the relationship between the University of Maryland and its home community, Prince George’s County The Maryland Mentor Corps (MMC) is home to several academic enrichment programs: ► Maryland Reading Program (formerly America Reads): Mentors work one-on-one with 1st and 2nd grade students who are struggling with reading. Shifts Available: Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m, every week of the semester. ► Maryland Math Program (formerly America Counts): Mentors work 1:1 or in small groups with 4th graders who are struggling with math. Shifts Available: Monday through Thursday; 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., every week of the semester. ►Maryland Family Literacy Program: Mentors provide 1:1 and small group English Language tutoring and conversation practice for local adults. Shifts Available: Wednesday & Thursday; 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. every week of the semester. ►Higher Achievement Middle School Reading & Mentoring Program: Work with a small group of 5th-8th grade scholars as they engage in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. No experience needed! Training, lesson plans, and activities will be provided. Shifts Available: Tuesdays & Wednesdays; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. ►Latino Student Fund K-5 Virtual Tutoring: Provide virtual tutoring (via Zoom) in reading and/or mathematics to local elementary school students. Shifts Available: Thursdays; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Maryland Mentor Corps Mentor Responsibilities: All mentors are required to participate in asynchronous (via ELMS) and synchronous training (via Zoom or in-person) prior to the start of mentoring. Additionally, mentors will participate in team discussions over the course of the semester to develop and further improve their mentoring and leadership skills and to learn more about and discuss experiences in the schools and larger community. Time Commitment: Each Mentor's schedule will depend on their availability. Each mentor will need to commit to a minimum of one 3-hour time block each week. Once a schedule is set, mentors will need to commit to that same weekly schedule for the entire semester. Qualifications: Prior tutoring experience is not necessary and all majors are encouraged to apply! The basic and most important qualifications are as follows. All Mentors must: - Be enrolled at the University of Maryland, College Park. - Be committed to making a difference in the lives of young children. - Be reliable and responsible. - Be able to commit to working a set weekly schedule for the entire semester. - (if program is virtual) Have access to a computer or other device with camera and microphone, as well as internet with capacity to participate in videoconferencing
