GO Fellow @ DC Partner Schools

GO Tutor Corps; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AmeriCorps living allowance

Segal Education Award

Professional development

Job summary

GO Tutor Corps in partnership with AmeriCorps seeks dedicated fellows to support students’ academic success with targeted, small-group instruction in Math or ELA at specified DC-area schools. Fellows embed in school communities, building relationships and delivering culturally responsive teaching.

Ideal candidates are committed to equity, able to lead sessions with 3-4 students, and eager to gain experience in education, mentorship, or youth development. In-person schedules are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED or current enrollment in an accredited college or university program.
• 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: small groups in Math or ELA, with prepared lesson materials and consistent student groups.
• Mentoring & Enrichment: support social and emotional development, build relationships, set future goals.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Equity & diversity

Teamwork

Leadership readiness

Organizational skills

Feedback responsiveness

Travel to partner schools

Education

High school diploma / GED or current college enrollment

Job description

This position is for the 2026 - 2027 Academic Year beginning in October 2026 and ending in June 2027

GO Tutor Corps in partnership with AmeriCorps

Location: Washington, DC

School Partners:

• Cardozo Education Campus (1200 Clifton St NW, Washington, DC 20009) - High School ELA focus

Schedule:

• Cardozo Education Campus High School: Mon - Fri from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Digital Pioneers Academy (DPA) Middle School: Mon - Thurs from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
• Mandatory in-person training October 1st and 2nd, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm both days

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 at DPA Middle School or ELA at Cardozo Education Campus High School. 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 one of the school schedules 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 $1,100 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 English Language Arts (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/GED or current enrollment in an accredited college or university program
• 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 and/or ELA
• 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

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