Student Success Coach & Mentor (AmeriCorps)

City Year; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Talkspace Therapy Program

Relocation support

Happier membership

Job summary

City Year is seeking an entry-level AmeriCorps member to coach and mentor students across grade levels. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to drive academic success, attendance, and positive behaviors, with 2–4 weeks of initial training to support you.

You will collaborate with teachers and school staff to monitor progress and provide in-class assistance, while helping lead after-school or extended-day activities and student clubs as part of City Year’s schoolwide initiatives.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided at the start of the year.
• Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident; authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• Be 17–25 by July 1, 2025.
• Have a GED or high school diploma, some college experience, or college degree.
• Agree to and complete a background check.
• Begin City Year by July/August 2025.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor students 1:1 and in small groups to boost academic success and attendance.
• Plan and monitor student progress and collaborate with teachers on in-class support.
• Create engaging, safe classroom spaces in collaboration with teachers.
• Support extended day and after-school programs including enrichment and clubs.
• Co-lead events recognizing student growth in math, literacy, attendance and behavior.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Literacy development

Data tracking

Education

GED or high school diploma

Job description

City Year is seeking an entry-level AmeriCorps member to coach and mentor students across grade levels. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to drive academic success, attendance, and positive behaviors, with 2–4 weeks of initial training to support you.

You will collaborate with teachers and school staff to monitor progress and provide in-class assistance, while helping lead after-school or extended-day activities and student clubs as part of City Year’s schoolwide initiatives.