Make a difference become a mentor!
What is mentoring?
The word “mentor” comes from the Greek word for “steadfast” and “enduring.” Mentors are caring adults who are committed, responsible, and good listeners. You don’t need any special skills, just a sincere interest in the success of our youth and a caring attitude.
WHAT MAKES A GOOD MENTOR?
Before becoming a mentor, here are a few things to understand about the role of mentoring. Most of us have had a teacher, supervisor, or coach who has been a mentor to us and made a positive difference in our lives. Those people wore many hats, acting as delegators, role models, cheerleaders, policy enforcers, advocates, and friends. Mentors assume these different roles during the course of a relationship, and share some basic qualities:
A sincere desire to be involved with a young person
Respect for young people
Active listening skills
Empathy
Ability to see solutions and opportunities
Flexibility
HOW TO GET STARTED
All individuals interested in IvySeed Mentorship Program are invited to join us at a Mentor Orientation. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our company and, it is a required step of the application process.
Due to the multi-step process, the time between the initial volunteer orientation and placement at a program takes around 10 -12 weeks.
