Kids in Tech SPARK AmeriCorps Program

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Education award upon successful finish

Living Allowance

Job summary

Kids in Tech prepares students from under-resourced schools for the future by increasing access to high-quality STEAM education. Through hands-on learning experiences, students build skills in technology, engineering, coding, computational thinking, and digital literacy while developing confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

The SPARK AmeriCorps Program provides direct service to elementary and middle school students through school-day academic support and after-school STEAM

Qualifications

• Applicants should be passionate about education and youth development.
• Ability to support hands-on STEAM activities with elementary and middle school students.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills for working with schools and communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct service to students through school-day and after-school STEM enrichment.
• Tutor individuals and small groups; reinforce classroom instruction and project work.
• Prepare instructional materials and participate in orientation and training.

Skills

General Skills

Computers/Technology

Team Work

Leadership

Social Services

Community Organization

Education

Writing/Editing

Communications

Youth Development

Non-Profit Management

Teaching/Tutoring

Job description

Kids in Tech prepares students from under-resourced schools for the future by increasing access to high-quality STEAM education. Through hands-on learning experiences, students build skills in technology, engineering, coding, computational thinking, and digital literacy while developing confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills.The SPARK (STEAM Pathways through AmeriCorps Resources for Kids) AmeriCorps Program provides direct service to elementary and middle school students through two complementary service components: school-day academic support and after-school STEAM enrichment. AmeriCorps Members provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring, reinforce teacher-directed instruction, and facilitate engaging, project-based learning experiences in coding, robotics, engineering, computational thinking, and digital literacy.Members also prepare instructional materials and technology, support Family STEM Nights, participate in AmeriCorps orientation, required trainings, National Days of Service, and complete approved program documentation. Throughout their service, members receive comprehensive professional development in STEM instruction, youth development, classroom management, leadership, and career readiness. Members may also have opportunities to participate in specialized training and earn professional certifications or credentials as available. Service takes place in partnership with schools and community organizations across Boston, Somerville, and Lowell, Massachusetts.This is a 1,200-hour, full-time AmeriCorps service opportunity. Members serve approximately 40 hours per week from October 5, 2026 through June 16, 2027. Upon successful completion of the service term, members are eligible to receive a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, a living allowance, and other program benefits. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are passionate about education, STEAM, youth development, leadership, and community service.

Member Duties

SPARK AmeriCorps Members provide direct service to elementary and middle school students through school-day academic support and after-school STEM enrichment. Members provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring, reinforce classroom instruction, facilitate hands-on STEM activities in coding, robotics, engineering, computational thinking, and digital literacy, prepare instructional materials, support Family STEM Nights, complete required program documentation, and participate in AmeriCorps orientation, training, professional development, and National Days of Service.

Program Benefits

• Training
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Living Allowance

Terms

• Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Uniforms provided and required
• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Car recommended

Service Areas

• Community Outreach
• Technology
• Education
• Children/Youth

Skills

• General Skills
• Computers/Technology
• Team Work
• Leadership
• Social Services
• Community Organization
• Education
• Writing/Editing
• Communications
• Youth Development
• Non-Profit Management
• Teaching/Tutoring