Academic Mentor & Advocate for Foster Youth

The New York Foundling; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The New York Foundling seeks an Academic Tutor to support students in the foster care system through targeted tutoring and mentorship. You will provide academic guidance, create session plans, and advocate for resources to help students access programs and opportunities.

Responsibilities include documenting sessions, coordinating with families and staff, and supporting students’ college and high school applications to help them reach their academic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1–2 years of relevant student-facing experience.
• Ability to tutor multiple courses including core subjects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Host individual tutoring sessions and submit timely documentation.
• Communicate with students, caregivers, stakeholders and staff to ensure sessions attendance and progress.
• Prepare for tutoring with individualized plans, review content and IEPs to support holistic student needs.
• Attend coaching and trainings to improve tutoring techniques and professional development.
• Advise on high school/college applications and support sustained academic progress.

Skills

Tutoring

Communication

Time management

Advocacy

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The New York Foundling seeks an Academic Tutor to support students in the foster care system through targeted tutoring and mentorship. You will provide academic guidance, create session plans, and advocate for resources to help students access programs and opportunities.

Responsibilities include documenting sessions, coordinating with families and staff, and supporting students’ college and high school applications to help them reach their academic goals.