Academic Tutor & Mentor (Entry Level, Paid, Full-time)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onI 59;MS 43, Picayune, Pearl River County, Mississippi, United States
About City Year
City Year is an AmeriCorps program dedicated to helping students across schools succeed. Our teams of AmeriCorps members provide comprehensive support to students, classrooms, and the entire school community. Our mission is to ensure that students receive a high-quality education that equips them with the skills and mindset necessary to thrive and contribute to their communities.
About the Role
As a Student Success Coach and Mentor, you will serve as a City Year AmeriCorps Member, focusing on coaching and mentoring elementary, middle, and/or high school students. Your service is designed to help students achieve academic success, improve attendance, and develop positive behaviors at school.
You will work closely with teachers to support whole-class instruction, manage breakout spaces, and provide in-class student assistance. While experience in these specific tasks is not required, you will receive 2-4 weeks of training at the beginning of the year to prepare you for the role. Throughout your service, you will collaborate with partner teachers and school staff to monitor individual student progress, create engaging classroom environments, and support whole-school initiatives that increase engagement with students and families.
Hiring Process
To apply for this position, visit the City Year application portal at joincityyear.force.com and submit your completed application online. For additional information on the application process, please visit cityyear.org.
Our Culture and Commitment
City Year AmeriCorps members are as varied as the communities we serve. We are looking for individuals who want to build themselves, give back, and are ready to change the world. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, seeking candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about education and community impact.
Work location
Work model: On-site
I 59;MS 43, Picayune, Pearl River County, Mississippi, United States
Picayune, Mississippi
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop literacy and math skills through varied learning activities and assignment support
- check_circleCollaborate with teachers to monitor individual student progress and analyze data
- check_circleSupport whole school initiatives including extended day programming and homework assistance
- check_circleCo-lead events and programs that recognize student growth in math, literacy, and behavior
- check_circleCoach and mentor elementary, middle, and high school students to improve academic success and attendance
- check_circleCreate and implement behavior management systems for students
Requirements
- verifiedU.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
- verifiedAge 17-25 by July 1, 2025
- verifiedGED, high school diploma, some college, or college degree
- verifiedNo more than three terms in an AmeriCorps state or national program
- verifiedPass a background check
- verifiedAvailable to begin July/August 2025
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurancecheck_circleCuralinc Employee Assistance Programcheck_circleTalkspace Therapy Programcheck_circleFree 3-year membership to Happiercheck_circleBi-weekly living stipendcheck_circleWorkers' compensationcheck_circleRelocation supportcheck_circleSegal AmeriCorps Education Awardcheck_circleChild care benefits paid by AmeriCorpscheck_circleLoan forbearance and interest accrual payments for qualified student loans
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Education: High school diploma or GED, some college experience, or college degree.
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Day-to-day, the Academic Tutor & Mentor (Entry Level, Paid, Full-time) at City Year will develop literacy and math skills through varied learning activities and assignment support; collaborate with teachers to monitor individual student progress and analyze data; support whole school initiatives including extended day programming and homework assistance; and co-lead events and programs that recognize student growth in math, literacy, and behavior.
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City Year is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident; Age 17-25 by July 1, 2025; GED, high school diploma, some college, or college degree; No more than three terms in an AmeriCorps state or national program; Pass a background check; and Available to begin July/August 2025.
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Academic Tutor & Mentor (Entry Level, Paid, Full-time) at City Year is based in I 59;MS 43, Picayune, Pearl River County, Mississippi, United States. This is a on-site role.
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City Year has listed this Academic Tutor & Mentor (Entry Level, Paid, Full-time) role as on-site.
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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or GED, some college experience, or college degree.
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