Program Fellow - AmeriCorps (2026-27)

United Against Human Trafficking; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous time-off

Professional development

Job summary

Breakthrough Houston AmeriCorps Members play a vital role in advancing our mission. Across placement areas, Members work side by side with Program Directors, Program Managers, and our Operations team to bring our year-round and summer programming to life.

Together, these placements form an integrated team that recruits new scholars, delivers Saturday and summer programming across the 7th-12th grade and postsecondary continuum, counsels high schoolers through the college access process, and keeps

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national or lawful permanent resident.
• Commit to serving for the full program year (Sept 2026–Aug 2027).
• Strong project management, ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Comfort with tech platforms and willingness to learn new tools (G Suite, Salesforce, Slack).
• Analytical problem-solving with a student-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Community Outreach and Development: attend events to raise Breakthrough Houston's visibility.
• Data Management: track student and program data in Salesforce and generate reports.
• Community Building: participate in monthly development and service opportunities.
• Special Projects: rotate projects across the year based on needs and interests.
• Cross Collaboration: work with departments to align initiatives and share resources.
• Other placement-specific responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Relationship building

Event coordination

Data management

Bilingual in Spanish

Tools

Google Suite

Salesforce

Monday.com

Slack

Job description

Position: AmeriCorps Member - Program Fellow (1 open position)

Role dates: September 1, 2026 - August 13, 2027

From September - May, we operate as an out-of-school time program, meaning you may regularly work late afternoon/evening hours, and at least two Saturdays per month.

From June - August we operate an 8-week, full day summer program. Expect to be on site with our teams from 7am-5pm.

Location: Houston, TX - In Person

Expect to be based in our office (Upper Kirby/Greenway Plaza area) and travel to schools, recruitment events, etc.

Hours, Benefits, and Compensation:

Full-time (year-round) members are required to accumulate 1700 hours and complete the full term of service period of September 1, 2026 - August 13, 2027. Members receive the following:

• Total compensation:
• 1st Year Member (AmeriCorps Member): $36,289
• 2nd Year Member (AmeriCorps Leader): $38,541
• 3rd Year Member (AmeriCorps Senior Leader): $40,800
• Education Award: $7,395
• Upon successful completion of the Member’s 1700 service hours and completion of the full term of service, members are eligible to receive an Education Award from the Corporation for National and Community Service of $7,395 to pay education costs at qualified institutions of higher education, for educational training, or to repay qualified student loans. Members may receive no more than the aggregate value of two full-time education awards.
• Optional health insurance coverage at no cost
• Ongoing support and professional development from experienced educators and nonprofit leaders
• Generous time-off, including:
• The full week during Thanksgiving, two weeks during winter break, and spring break

Our Mission:

We equip students with remarkable promise and financial need to discover what’s possible, access and attain a college degree, and build lives of choice and purpose–making a 10 year commitment to each student from middle school through college graduation.

Our Background + Our Program:

Founded in 1995 with a handful of teachers and a small class of 7th graders, Breakthrough Houston makes a bold ten year commitment to students - from middle school through college graduation. BTH comprises three fundamental programs for students: the Middle School Program, College Bound Program, and the College Completion Program, and currently serves over 800 students within Houston or at colleges nationwide. BTH provides summer and ongoing school year tuition-free programming that includes both academic college preparatory curriculum and learning opportunities, as well as extended enrichment programming and college access support. With this depth of focus we aim to promote academic success and personal growth to place our students on the path to college completion and career success.

Additionally, our Teacher Training Program identifies and supports current college students who are aspiring teachers through an innovative near peer model during our summer program. We partner these Teaching Fellows with professional educators who provide intensive instructional coaching and mentoring. We support 100+ Teaching Fellows each summer who gain 100+ hours of in-classroom teaching experience.

Job Summary:

Breakthrough Houston AmeriCorps Members play a vital role in advancing our mission. Across our placement areas, Members work side by side with Program Directors, Program Managers, and our Operations team to bring our year-round and summer programming to life. Together, these placements form an integrated team that recruits new scholars, delivers Saturday and summer programming across the 7th-12th grade and postsecondary continuum, counsels high schoolers through the college access process, and keeps the systems, logistics, and behind-the-scenes operations of the organization running smoothly.

This full-time, year-round opportunity is ideal for individuals who enjoy building strong, trust-based relationships with a wide range of stakeholders — students, families, school administrators, college partners, and community members — and who thrive in a dynamic environment that blends program delivery, project management, and creative problem-solving. Members can expect to lead engaging workshops and lessons, support students through individualized counseling and case management, coordinate complex logistics, manage data in Salesforce, and contribute to community outreach and special projects. In return, Members gain meaningful experience in education and the nonprofit sector, ongoing professional development, and mentorship from experienced educators and nonprofit leaders. Members are matched to a placement based on their interests, strengths, and the organization's needs.

Main key responsibilities include:

• Community Outreach and Development: Attend monthly events during the day, in evenings and on weekends to increase Breakthrough Houston’s visibility in the communities we serve and develop relationships with community members to gain a meaningful understanding of their needs.
• Data Management: Track student and program data in Salesforce, maintaining accurate records and generating reports to assess performance, identify trends, and inform decision-making processes.
• Breakthrough Houston Community Building: Participate in monthly community building opportunities offered exclusively to AmeriCorps Members including professional development, community service, lunch and learns, and more.
• Special Projects: These special projects will rotate twice throughout the year based on emergent programming needs and aligned personal interests. Examples of projects include art and cultural workshops, book clubs, career days, etc.
• Cross Collaborative Work: Collaborate effectively with other departments within the organization; work together to align initiatives, share resources/information, develop cross-departmental processes, and leverage collective expertise to enhance the overall impact of the organization
• In addition to the responsibilities listed above, AmeriCorps Members will have responsibilities associated with their specific project placement.

Qualifications:

• Be a U.S. citizen, or U.S. national or lawful permanent resident of the United States
• Have a commitment to community service and the ability to serve for the complete program year (September 2026 - August 2027)
• Strong project management skills: Terrific at managing multiple responsibilities, deadlines, and relationships. Detail-oriented, with a natural orientation towards timely follow-through. Able to prioritize, multitask, hit quick-turn and long-term project deadlines.
• Comfort with a variety of tech platforms & ability to quickly learn new tools: We rely heavily on several tech tools to coordinate and communicate our work. Effective use of Google Suite, Monday.com, Salesforce, and Slack are essential to role success as well as a commitment to engage with and learn new technology are essential for this role.
• Analytical problem solver: Bring a positive, can-do attitude and is focused on looking for creative solutions to problems.
• Understanding of systemic barriers, youth trends, and lived experience: Breakthrough Houston primarily serves first‑generation to college, BIPOC youth from low‑income and/or immigrant families, and others who have been historically underserved by our systems.
• Availability to work nights and weekends for scheduled events or program needs
• Reliable transportation (personal vehicle)

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Bilingual in Spanish is strongly preferred
• Clear and empathetic communication and facilitation skills that are adaptable for diverse audiences (students, families, educators, community partners)
• Build and maintain strong, trust‑based, mentoring relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• A team player who is humble, hungry, and demonstrates a growth mindset
• Adaptable to shifting priorities, problem‑solve creatively, and maintain flexibility in dynamic situations
• Commit fully to a year of service that will challenge, grow, and inspire you
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and positivity, especially on long days when your team and your students are counting on YOU

Thinking Of Applying?

Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you are excited about the role and see connection with what we are looking for, but don’t meet every single requirement, we’d encourage you to apply anyway.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, BTH is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.