HOLLA School Classroom Mentor, 2025-2026 School Year

ABOUT HOLLA School: 

HOLLA School is a public, tuition-free K-4 charter school sponsored by the Reynolds School District. Our foundational belief is ALL children are abundant, brilliant and creative. The HOLLA School mission is To change the academic narratives of Black, Brown and Indigenous youth by honoring lived experiences, catalyzing genius and centering joy.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: 

The goal of the HOLLA School Classroom Mentor is to relationally connect with students, staff and families, and to be a positive role model in the classroom. The Classroom Mentor embodies the HOLLA School values and supports in changing the academic narrative for Black, Brown and Indigenous youth. The Classroom Mentor provides classroom support for a Lead Teacher as they guide the class through a lesson by preparing materials, interacting with students and supervising projects. Each Classroom Mentor’s role varies depending on the needs of the classroom and students. The Classroom Mentor will focus on utilizing culturally responsive, relational, trauma-informed and restorative practices. Unstructured times such as lunch/recess provide the Classroom Mentor time to be present and connect with students outside of instructional time. The Classroom Mentor works in partnership with the school administration and classroom teacher. The Classroom mentor provides in-class, small group and 1-1 student support as needed.The Classroom Mentor helps build meaningful relationships with the families of the students. 

CLASSROOM MENTOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

The role of Classroom Mentor at HOLLA School is a unique and critical position. The primary focus is on student relationships. Classroom Mentors establish rapport, encourage student development and foster a nurturing environment for each learner they encounter. Responsibilities can include but are not limited to: coordinating activities with the Lead or Classroom Teacher; supporting learners with assignments like reading, basic arithmetic, science, history or art under the guidance of the classroom instructor; setting up classroom supplies, leading small group activities, supporting small group breakout sessions, providing students with 1:1 support or social emotional check-ins like, "How is your day going? Let's talk about it." or playing a game or specific activity for the child's benefit and well-being as set forth by the school team. Other duties include collecting data on teacher-created forms, attending professional development meetings, functioning as a point of connection between home and school for our families and participating in school events. As needed, classroom mentors will step in to substitute when classroom teachers are out as they can provide stability for students in classroom culture, rhythm and curriculum. 

Classroom Mentors provide student support during lunch, classroom breaks and activities. Classroom Mentors may also be asked to gather supplies, support walking or community field trips, move furniture, make photocopies for a particular

lesson, lay out materials, read with a child, assist a student who may need the calming presence of an adult until they are ready to attempt a new or different activity. Classroom Mentors are another set of eyes and ears in the school community and should anticipate exercising good judgment and to be adaptable, flexible and ready to support as needed, throughout the school day. Classroom Mentors may be asked to perform other duties as part of the collective support for students 

and HOLLA School. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education: 

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  High School Diploma or equivalent or higher; or combined relevant experience 

Experience: 

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  Experience working with elementary aged youth 


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  Experience working in diverse settings with diverse people 


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  Experience mentoring youth preferred 


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  Experience speaking, reading and/or writing in languages other than English 

Other: 

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  Creative 


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  Adaptable 


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  Flexible 


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  Curious 


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  Ability to receive direction and feedback with an open mindset 


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  Comfortable providing redirection to youth that centers on their assets and inherent value


• Physical requirement of ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, and lift up to 50 lbs 


• Proof of COVD vaccination 


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  All HOLLA School Staff are required to submit to a background check as part of the pre-employment process as well as on an ongoing basis