Unclassified Employment Opportunities

Position: Mentor for Career Exploration Academy
Department: Workforce
Reports To: Director of Workforce Development

Position Summary
Nunez Community College is seeking mentor and supervise up to 45 Career Exploration students during the six-week summer program. This person will also attend off campus field trips with students, as well as facilitate soft skills curriculum. This person may also be asked to create their own activities to do with the students. The program will run Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, June 1, 2026 through July 9, 2026. The mentor's hours will be 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • This program will introduce the participants to our various education/training programs at Nunez Community College. The goal is for them to decide on a career path and possibly register for dual enrollment at their High School or Nunez Community College.
  • Mentor orientation prior to start of June 1, 2026.
  • Implementation and coordination of the prepared program and schedule.
  • Assisting with any necessary changes to the program as conflicts arise.
  • Facilitate soft skills curriculum.
  • Introduce representatives from various industry sectors who will be leading class discussions at on campus and off campus visits.
  • Assist with moderating discussions and keeping order during discussions.
  • Supervise the students participating in CPR certifications.
  • Assist with Lunch preparations for students when necessary.
  • Meet daily with the Summer College and Career Readiness Academy Team to discuss the current day activities and prepare for next day activities.

Required Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Two (2) years of teaching or summer camp counseling experience working with grades 8-12. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Counseling.

Application Process

To apply, send cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience, resume, unofficial transcript(s), and contact information for three professional references to: [email protected] (Include Mentor for    Summer College and Career Readiness Academy in the subject line) 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

The committee will begin the review of applications immediately. All applications are confidential, and any references provided will not be contacted without the expressed authorization of the applicant.

All new hires are subject to a criminal background check, in accordance with Nunez Policy 6.036.

Incomplete applications will not be forwarded for further review.

Nunez is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Nunez is also a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
As an executive branch state agency, Nunez Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress to this end, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all employees to update their information at least every five (5) years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information about this form or the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Office of the State Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator’s website at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/office-of-state-ada-coordinator/.