AmeriCorps Tutor & Youth Mentor — After-School (Camden)

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education award

Stipend

Living Allowance

Training

Job summary

AmeriCorps members serve in Rutgers Accelerate & Renew Academy in Camden, NJ, delivering after-school tutoring for K–8 students with a focus on literacy, math, and social-emotional growth. You will mentor youth, track progress, and collaborate with site staff in a supportive, community-based setting.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally responsive teaching, leadership development, and a commitment to equity. Service hours and meaningful impact are central to this program.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Passion for equity, education, and service.
• Ability to work after-school with youth in community settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-impact tutoring in literacy and math one-on-one and in small groups.
• Mentor students and support social-emotional development.
• Track student progress and collaborate with site staff to meet needs.
• Participate in training on trauma-informed care and culturally responsive practices.

Skills

Tutoring

Mentoring

Public Speaking

Youth Development

Leadership

Team Work

Education

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

AmeriCorps members serve in Rutgers Accelerate & Renew Academy in Camden, NJ, delivering after-school tutoring for K–8 students with a focus on literacy, math, and social-emotional growth. You will mentor youth, track progress, and collaborate with site staff in a supportive, community-based setting.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally responsive teaching, leadership development, and a commitment to equity. Service hours and meaningful impact are central to this program.