College Prep Programs Grade Level AmeriCorps Member
AmeriCorps
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Job summary
AmeriCorps State/National in Atlanta, GA seeks a College Prep Programs Grade Level AmeriCorps Member to support 9th and 10th graders through advising sessions, curriculum planning, and program development that prepares Metro Atlanta students for postsecondary success.
The role involves training volunteers, collecting data on program effectiveness, coordinating events like college tours and fairs, and collaborating with school partners to promote student engagement.
Qualifications
- Recent college graduates or current graduate students welcome.
- Interest in school counseling or education policy.
- Ability to plan curriculum and host advising sessions.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to train volunteers and support program events.
Responsibilities
- Host advising sessions for 9th and 10th graders.
- Plan curriculum and develop grade-level programs.
- Coordinate and recruit/train volunteers and facilitators.
- Support college tours, fairs, and workshops.
- Collect and monitor data on program effectiveness and participation.
Skills
Education
Job description
Updating college preparation and advising lessons for 9th and 10th grade students. Hosting virtual college preparation advising sessions on a monthly basis. Training and assisting students/families to complete college readiness activities, such as pre-college, internship, and scholarship applications. Planning the in-person Super Saturday school-year project-based learning sessions for 9th and 10th graders. Enlisting and training volunteers. Providing professional learning for school-year program facilitators and volunteers. Supporting the execution of college prep program events, such as our college tours, college fairs, career explorations and workshops, and various summer programming Co-planning the College Prep in-person summer experiences for rising 10th-grade scholars Collecting and monitoring data related to program effectiveness, student participation, and overall satisfaction Participating in program team meetings focused on school year and summer programming, student/parent engagement, and data monitoring Researching college admissions trends, scholarships, and educational opportunities. Adhering to all policies about the program to ensure the safety of all students Engaging in continuous professional learning opportunities and applying new knowledge to increase student achievement and engagement
The College Prep Programs Grade Level AmeriCorps Member position is an entry-level service opportunity for recent college graduates or current graduate students with a background or interest in school counseling, secondary education, or education policy. The role involves hosting advising sessions, planning curriculum, and developing grade-level programs to effectively prepare Metro Atlanta students for success after high school.
- Education award upon successful completion of service
- Training
- Stipend
- Living Allowance
- Health Coverage
- Car recommended
- Permits attendance at school during off hours
- Children/Youth
- Education
- Youth Development
- Leadership
- Communications
- Team Work
- Conflict Resolution
- First Aid
- General Skills
- Writing/Editing
AmeriCorps State / National
College Prep Programs Grade Level AmeriCorps Member
09/14/2026 - 08/06/2027
Full Time
College graduate
Minimum: 21 Maximum: None
GEORGIA Atlanta
English
From 09/01/2026 To 09/14/2026
Tamika Ball
4075 Paces Ferry Rd NW
Atlanta GA 30327
470-852-8908
tball@breakthroughatlanta.org
https://breakthroughatlanta.org
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