Mentor

MetroSquash has paired over 100 youth one-on-one with a mentor who is personally invested in their growth and success, and can fully support their short- and long-term goals.

Recognized as a Gold Star organization by MENTOR Illinois, MetroSquash has demonstrated meeting or exceeding best practices across six program areas.

To build on this standing, we seek out mentors who are civic-minded adults looking to make a difference in the lives of Chicago youth – no squash background is required.

Mentor Responsibilities

  • Minimum one year commitment with an option to commit to extra years Spend at least 4 hours a month interacting with your mentee either in person or via approved communication methods (call, text, skype, email).
  • Meet with mentee in person at least once a month. MetroSquash will provide/host these monthly gatherings, but if you cannot attend, you will have to find another way of meeting up with your mentee.
  • Communicate with your mentee at least twice a month via phone call, email, text, skype, etc.
  • Reach out to MetroSquash at least once per month by submitting an online form to touch base about the mentee’s academics, athletics, behavior, or any concerns.
  • Follow the MentorMatch Manual which provides monthly objectives, key dates, and helpful tools to use throughout the school year.

Onboarding Mentors

  • Interested mentors apply online (like volunteers) through Better Impact which can be found directly at this website.
  • Staff member talks with potential mentor about interest, intentions, and experience.
  • Mentor must get fingerprinted, fill out the CANTS form, and complete the mandated reporter training.
  • Mentor participates in a staff-led 1.5-hour orientation and manual introduction. Staff schedules a family meeting between the mentor, mentee, and guardian to sign contract and officially start the mentorship.

Learn More

Contact Kareemah Bates, Volunteer, Mentor, and Development Coordinator at (773) 241-5150 or by email at kareemah@metrosquash.org to learn more about the MetroSquash Mentor Program.

Woodlawn

6100 S Cottage Grove Avenue

Chicago, IL 60637

Evanston

1599 Maple Ave

Evanston, IL 60201

Contact Us

Phone: (773) 241-5150

Fax: (773) 241-5115

Emal: info@metrosquash.org

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