Academic Mentor (Entry Level, Full-Time)

Job overview

The Academic Mentor (Entry Level, Full-Time) is an onsite role based in Amherst, NH. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports the City Year department in fostering student success through dedicated mentorship and academic guidance. This role exists to provide essential support to students, classrooms, and the school community. By coaching students and assisting with instructional activities, the mentor helps ensure that students develop the academic skills and positive behaviors necessary to thrive in their educational environment.

What you'll do

• Work with identified students 1:1 and in small groups.
• Develop literacy and/or math skills varying learning activities by student level.
• Create and implement a behavior management system for students.
• Develop interpersonal skills throughout their day.
• Collaborate with teachers and team members to collect, record, analyze and monitor individual student progress.
• Create an engaging, safe and healthy classroom space.
• Support and/or conduct extended day and virtual programming for students.
• Create, support and/or co-lead events or programs that recognize and appreciate student growth.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

amherst nh

city year

academic mentor

entry level

americorps

education

student support

no degree required

no on-call

no travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Curalinc Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace Therapy Program, Free 3-year membership to Happier, Benefit Advocate Center, Bi-weekly living stipend, Workers’ compensation, Relocation support, Career and University partnerships and scholarships, City Year / AmeriCorps Uniform parts, Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, Child care benefits, Loan forbearance

About the employer

City Year is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.