POSITION:	Kids ‘n Kinship School Based Mentor
SKILLS REQUIRED:	Ability to accept a child as they are. Ability to love and care about children in a nonjudgmental manner.  Basic friendship skills such as being reliable, accepting, listening, and suggesting.  Basic educational skills such as listening to reading, assisting with 4th/5th grade math, following teacher instructions to help the child with assignments.
DUTIES:	Responsible for keeping weekly contacts with the child, for up to one hour in the school setting (classroom or afterschool program at the school). Responsible for keeping weekly contacts with the child during the summer vacation months at the volunteer’s home/child’s home or in the community such as the library. Attendance at appropriate trainings including the initial orientation, mentor training and diversity/poverty training as scheduled.  Consistency in meeting with the child at school, communicating with the teacher, and letting the teacher and the child know if you will not attend a scheduled session. Notify Kids 'n Kinship staff if there is to be a meeting with the child outside of the school setting during the school year, after arranging with the parent. Keep aware of the school calendar for non school days. Maintain ongoing contact/consultations with assigned Kids 'n Kinship staff person and teacher - sharing concerns, highlights, and ideas.
PURPOSE:	Develop a positive relationship with a child to reduce isolation, help them feel connected with their school, encourage learning and prevent/reduce at-risk behaviors.
TIME REQUIRED:	One hour per week during the school year and one to four hours per week during the summer months. (Time will vary depending on the type of contact/activity planned.)
LENGTH OF COMMITMENT:	Minimum of one year – the goal is a long-term relationship
BENEFITS:	Experience the rewards of making a difference in a child's life and personal growth for the mentor. Helping the child to be successful and connected in school, and Fun!! Kids 'n Kinship also sponsors seasonal outings and activities for mentor matches.