IGNITE Student Mentor (Part-Time, Remote)
IGNITE Student Mentor (Part-Time, Remote)
About Can-Star Academy
Founded in 2013, Can-Star Academy has supported over 2,000 students in achieving academic success and gaining admission to leading universities worldwide through its flagship college counseling program.
With a focus on authentic growth—not just résumé building—we help students discover their strengths, explore academic interests, develop meaningful extracurricular experiences, and build a strong foundation for their future goals.
Headquartered in British Columbia, Canada, with offices in Chengdu, China, and Washington State, USA, Can-Star Academy connects ambitious Grade 8–12 students with inspiring mentors from top universities. U.S.-based mentors are compensated through our partner organization, NavigatEd, in Washington.
https://canstaracademy.com/can-star-x-navigated/
Location:
Remote
Compensation:
$30–$50/hour, depending on experience and qualifications
About the Role:
We are looking for enthusiastic and accomplished university students or recent graduates to join our mentorship team.
As an IGNITE Student Mentor, you will work with middle and high school students to help them discover their passions, explore academic pathways, develop valuable skills, and create meaningful long-term projects. These flagship projects may become an important part of students’ extracurricular profiles and future college applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct personalized virtual mentoring sessions with students.
- Host interactive workshops focused on academic exploration, skill development, and future readiness
- Help students identify their interests and transform their passions into meaningful projects
- Guide students in developing flagship projects aligned with their goals and strengths
- Recommend academic resources, enrichment opportunities, competitions, and learning experiences
- Provide guidance and feedback on students’ growth journey and extracurricular development
- Serve as a role model and inspire students to pursue ambitious goals
What We’re Looking For:
- Current university student or recent graduate from a strong academic institution
- Demonstrated academic achievement, leadership, or project experience
- Passionate about education, mentorship, and supporting younger students
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Prior experience in mentoring, tutoring, workshop facilitation, research, project development, or college application guidance is a plus
Time Commitment:
Flexible schedule: 3–10 hours/week
Minimum 3-month commitment preferred
Interview Process:
Two-round interview process
Final-round candidates will prepare a 15-minute teaching demo to demonstrate mentoring and workshop facilitation skills
Reference check is required for selected candidates
How to Apply:
Please apply through Handshake with your resume, a short cover letter, and your availability.