GO Fellow @ Bridgeport Partner School

GO Tutor Corps; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

GO Tutor Corps, in partnership with AmeriCorps, seeks dedicated fellows to provide targeted math tutoring in school communities. Fellows will work in small groups, collaborate with staff, and help students build confidence and skills through in-person instruction.

Ideal candidates are eager to contribute to educational equity, develop mentoring abilities, and stay committed to a fixed schedule including mandatory training sessions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Citizenship or legal Permanent Residency status in the United States (AmeriCorps requirement)
• Served no more than three previous AmeriCorps service terms (AmeriCorps requirement)
• At least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Academic Tutoring - Fellows work with small groups of students to increase achievement in Math and/or ELA.
• Mentoring & Enrichment - Fellows mentor students, supporting social and emotional development and goal setting for the future

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Lifelong learning

Cultural responsiveness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GO Tutor Corps in partnership with AmeriCorps

Schedule:

• Mon - Fri from 8 am - 4 pm
• Mandatory in-person training November 2nd & 3rd, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm both days; dates and times subject to change

Position Summary

As a GO Fellow, you will play a critical role in supporting students’ academic success by providing targeted, small-group instruction in Math. Fellows are embedded within school communities and contribute meaningfully to students’ daily learning experiences.

We are seeking dedicated and knowledgeable fellows who are passionate about educational equity and eager to make a measurable difference in students' academic achievement. Ideal candidates are skilled at building relationships, adapting to different learning styles, and engaging students in-person through thoughtful, culturally responsive instruction.

Fellows typically work with 3-4 students per session in a supportive environment, helping to drive gains in core academic areas while fostering student confidence and connection. This is a great opportunity for those looking to gain experience in education, mentorship, or youth development — especially recent graduates or those exploring a path in teaching.

Fellows must be able to fully commit to the schedule listed above. Schedules will be finalized during training and will remain consistent throughout the year.

You will earn:

• AmeriCorps living allowance (see more about this below)
• AmeriCorps Segal Education Award upon successful completion of up to $5,176.50
• Valuable professional and personal experience in public education, youth development, civic-engagement, teamwork and leadership

AmeriCorps Living Allowance

The AmeriCorps Living Allowance and the number of pay cycles may vary depending on your assigned start date and location. Members who complete the Three-Quarter Time term (1,200 hours) receive a pre-tax living allowance of $24,000 for the full service year. The estimated pre-tax living allowance typically ranges from $800 to $1,200 in biweekly payments. Please note that the precise living allowance total and bi-weekly payment details will be clearly outlined in your offer letter and/or during the onboarding process.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Tutoring - GO Fellows work with small groups of students to increase their achievement in Math and/or ELA. You’ll be matched with consistent groups of students to support throughout the semester. You’ll receive lesson materials in advance and will be responsible for dedicating time to prepare yourself for each lesson.

Mentoring & Enrichment - GO Fellows serve as mentors to their students, supporting their social and emotional development by building authentic and healthy relationships and setting goals for the future.

Qualifications

You are qualified to apply if you meet the following requirements:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Citizenship or legal Permanent Residency status in the United States (AmeriCorps requirement)
• Served no more than three previous AmeriCorps service terms (AmeriCorps requirement)
• At least 18 years of age

As a successful candidate, you possess the following qualifications:

• Passion for service and a growth mindset
• Commitment to equity and diversity
• Belief that all students can succeed
• Confidence in your ability to lead students to significant academic growth in Math
• Experience working in team settings- relationship building and communication skills
• Maturity to work closely with professional peers
• Ability to stay organized and meet deadlines
• Ability to respond well to and implement feedback- commitment to lifelong learning
• Collaborative problem-solving abilities
• Prior experience working or volunteering with children is a plus
• Able to travel to a GO partner school up to 5 days/week

GO Teacher Residency

The Teacher Residency is a pathway to teaching created for GO tutors. If you are successful as a tutor and interested in becoming a certified teacher, GO will help. More information will be shared with you once you begin tutoring.

Recruitment Stages

• Application Submission
• Stage 1: Subject Knowledge Assessment
• Stage 2: Live Interview
• Stage 3: Hiring Decision

Program Placement

• Stage 4: Availability Confirmation
• Stage 5: School Placement

Human Resources & Onboarding

• Stage 6: HR Onboarding

Training

• Stage 8: Asynchronous Training
• Stage 9: Live Training

U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment Information (Completion is voluntary)
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