For Mentors

Who we are looking for in Mentors:

• are 18+ y/o and currently enrolled in a college program

• have some background or interest in the STEM field

• able to commit one hour a week to help with the STEM Enrichment Academy

• have a desire to instill in eager students a love for STEM

• no prior educational/tutoring experience is necessary, just a positive attitude!

Responsibilities as a Mentor:

• At each weekly program meeting, you will be assigned a small group of students (3-4). In a virtual setting, this will take place in a Breakout Room over Zoom.

• You will facilitate that day's activity with your group by answering questions, overseeing their progression, and guiding them through the activity.

• Mentors will also act as resources for the students to ask personal questions about various non-STEM topics, including applying to college, choosing a major, career prospects.
  

If you are interested in becoming a mentor or want to request more information, please fill out the Google Form below.

Who we are looking for to help with STEM Career Days (professionals only):

• have experience/currently working in any STEM field, such as health care, research, tech/startups, engineering, environmental science/conservation

• able to commit one hour at least one time a year to speak with Horace Mann Middle School students about your profession and answer any questions from students

Responsibilities as a STEM Career Day Professional:

• Attend a one hour STEM Career Day for STEM Enrichment Academy at HMMS students at least once a year (final dates TBD).

• Provide a 5-10 minute overview of your career to the whole group-- how your career involves STEM, your journey to choosing this career, what responsibilities your career entails, etc.

• Professionals will then break out into smaller student groups (5-10 students each) to field more individualized questions. This will be conducted via Breakout Rooms through Zoom.

If you are interested in becoming a STEM Career Day guest speaker or want to request more information, please fill out the Google Form below.