Mentor

Islands of Brilliance

Islands of Brilliance (IOB) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides unique learning and social engagement opportunities for neurodiverse students through a person-centered approach that allows individual interests and capabilities to flourish. Our programming, rooted in art, design and STEM-based curriculum, helps children and young adults on the autism spectrum learn valuable technical skills, while practicing critical social and emotional learning competencies in a supported environment. From foundational workshops featuring 1:1 mentorship for students beginning at age 8 to work-based transition opportunities through our more rigorous Digital Academy program, we offer a robust menu of programs that help build the technical and social skills needed to thrive, whether it be in the workplace or actively engaged in the community.

http://www.islandsofbrilliance.org

Position Details

Mentor
Job
Full-time
9/25/2020
Southeast Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI

Islands of Brilliance mentors:

• Provide mentorship to students with autism during art and STEM related workshops

• Facilitate engagement with professional level software and technology— help students access the software in order to create something around their area of interest

• Build relationships with students while working together during learning experiences that produce a creative piece of work

• Provide a welcoming and safe space for participants and families from all locations, backgrounds, and beliefs

• Collaborate with IOB staff and students to understand the participant’s needs, goals, and challenges; work with staff to help guide students in progress towards these goals, as a result of their participation in an IOB workshop

What you’ll receive:

• Support from IOB staff through online meet up and individual check ins before, during and after workshops; mentors will learn coaching techniques that are adaptable to any situation—professional or personal—in the areas of communication and learning

• Access to IOB’s mentor community; mentors are encouraged to share tips and support one another

• The opportunity to network with other creative and development professionals

• An opportunity for personal and professional growth through a unique experience; our mentors report the following benefits from their involvement with IOB:

- Improved creativity at work

- Improved leadership skills at work

- Improved communication skills at work and personally

- Changed perception around the capabilities of people living with autism

What you’ll need:

• A reliable personal computer and internet connection

• Access to software specific to your area of expertise (discussed on an individual basis)

• Zoom desktop app

• A webcam and audio

Compensation:

• Foundation Design Workshops: $100 stipend for each workshop, once the mentor commitment has been met. Workshops range from 6-8 hours of programming, over the course of 6 days.

• Digital Academy: $300-$500 stipend for each workshop, once the mentor commitment has been met. Workshops range from 20-30 hours, during a one week “sprint” OR over the course of a 12 week period, 2-4 hrs per week.


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