Academic Mentor (AmeriCorps Member)

Job overview

The Academic Mentor (AmeriCorps Member) is an onsite, full-time role based in Silver Spring, MD. Compensation is not specified in the posting, which supports the City Year mission of helping students across schools succeed through dedicated mentorship and academic coaching. This role exists to provide essential support to students, classrooms, and the school community. By working closely with partner teachers, the Academic Mentor helps students improve attendance, develop positive behaviors, and achieve academic success through personalized coaching and small group interventions.

What you'll do

• Work with identified students 1:1 and in small groups
• Develop literacy and/or math skills
• Create and implement a behavior management system
• Collaborate with teachers to monitor student progress
• Support extended day and virtual programming
• Lead events recognizing student growth.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

silver spring md

city year

americorps

academic mentor

entry level

no degree required

education

mentorship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award
• Loan forbearance
• Child care benefits
• Bi-weekly living stipend
• Relocation support.

Why this role

AmeriCorps service opportunity with education award and loan forbearance eligibility.

About the employer

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