After-School Academic Mentor: Tutoring & Youth Empowerment

EL PUENTE DE WILLIAMSBURG INC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

El Puente in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an Academic Mentor to provide direct academic support to youth in after-school programs. The role focuses on helping students with homework, reading, writing, and math, while fostering confidence and a love of learning.

The mentor will work with program leadership and school staff, offer one-on-one and small-group instruction, and connect learning to broader goals, culture, and community development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college enrollment preferred.
• Experience tutoring or mentoring youth.
• Ability to support reading, writing, and math.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Provide homework support and literacy/math development.
• Work with individuals and small groups.
• Build relationships with participants and families.
• Support family engagement and enrichment activities.

Skills

Student engagement

Tutoring

Communication

Time management

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College enrollment or completion preferred

Job description

El Puente in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an Academic Mentor to provide direct academic support to youth in after-school programs. The role focuses on helping students with homework, reading, writing, and math, while fostering confidence and a love of learning.

The mentor will work with program leadership and school staff, offer one-on-one and small-group instruction, and connect learning to broader goals, culture, and community development.