Elevate [Math]
College Mentor Job Description

2023 College Mentor Job Description

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the future of our students, this is an
opportunity you won’t want to miss. Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply!

Silicon Valley Education Foundation has been partnering with school districts since 2008 to offer
Elevate [Math], a yearly summer acceleration program to prepare 3rd-10th grade students to
successfully complete their next level math course. Elevate [Math]’s goal is to support students who
are nearly meeting standard in their college and career pathway, particularly those furthest from
access and opportunity.

College Mentors play a critical role in preparing Elevate [Math] students for college. Working inside
and outside of classroom, College Mentors serve as role models to our students, expand their
horizons, and inspire and reinforce their motivation to go to college.

Mandatory pre-program synchronous and self-paced training (Nearpod
lessons/webinars) Professional Learning via Zoom:

• Session 1: May 10, 9am-12:30pm OR May 17, 1pm-4:30pm

Professional Connect With Your Teachers: TBD
Learning

• Professional Learning Community (2 hours)

Meet with Elevate [Math] Staff and other College Mentors via Zoom to learn and share
common classroom approaches, work through misconceptions, and develop best
practices. (time and date TBD)

Specific dates for the 19-day (3rd-8th grade) and 24-day (9th-10th grade) programs are
Program determined by each district, starting mid-June (end dates vary between July and August)
Logistics Each session runs on average for 3.5-4.5 hours a day (4-5 days a week), but exact hours are

determined by district needs.

Classes will be held in person in the Greater Bay Area from Soledad up to San Francisco and
Location in between like Alameda, San Mateo, Santa Clara, San Jose, San Leandro and more. You will

be placed based on your location and preferences selected in the application.

Elementary & Middle School Programs (19 days): $2,420 (payroll taxes apply)

High School Programs (24 days): $2,970 (payroll taxes apply)

Compensation * Full compensation includes complete fulfillment of all PL and PLC dates, daily class
commitment, out-of-class prep, and required logistics.

Referral Bonus: Receive a $50 gift card when you and your referred College Mentor both
complete the Summer Program!

1400 Parkmoor Avenue • Suite 200 • San Jose • 95126
elevate@svef.com • svef.com/elevate

Elevate [Math]
2023 College Mentor Job Description

Responsibilities | Duties

• Support 3-6 classrooms with math instruction, college readiness activities, and STEM Career Talk

• Deliver 5-6 college readiness lessons for each assigned classroom (as many as possible based on time)
• Provide IT support to teachers, students, and families
• Provide administrative support (e.g. calling parents and recording student attendance)
• Reinforce norms (e.g. supporting group discussions in person or via zoom)
• Serve as a mentor and positive role model to students
• Engage with students by asking questions during pair-share or small group sessions
• Support with technology tools such as Zoom, Google Classroom, or Nearpod
• Support teacher and program with other various assigned tasks

Qualifications | Background

• Currently enrolled in college or a recent college graduate
• Interest in working with 3rd-10th grade students in an academic setting
• Demonstrated written, verbal, and digital communication skills
• Ability to teach SVEF-provided college readiness curriculum to a classroom of up to 25 students
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a classroom
• Proof of TB test results, COVID-19 Vaccination and fingerprinting are required prior to working with

students. Costs will be reimbursed by SVEF.

• Access to reliable transportation

Apply Here!
If you have any questions, please email max@svefoundation.org

Elevate [Math] Partnerships
Evergreen School District Redwood City School District

Franklin- McKinley School District Salinas City Elementary School District

Gilroy Unified School District San Bruno Park School District

Lodi Unified School District San Leandro Unified School District
Alum Rock Union School District Menlo Park City School District Santa Clara Unified School District
Bayshore Elementary School District Moreland School District Sequoia Union High School District
Berryessa Union School District Mountain View Whisman School District Soledad Unified School District
Cambrian School District Mount Pleasant School District South San Francisco Unified School District
Campbell Union School District Oak Grove School District Voices Franklin McKinley
Cupertino Union School District Orchard School District
Downtown College Prep Charter Pajaro Valley School District
East Side Union High School District Pierce Joint Unified School District

SVEF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,

religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.

1400 Parkmoor Avenue • Suite 200 • San Jose • 95126

elevate@svef.com • svef.com/elevate