Cast Member

City Year seeks AmeriCorps Members to serve full-time in public schools, supporting students' academic and social-emotional growth. In this education-focused role, you'll provide tutoring, mentor students, assist in classrooms, and lead small-group interventions. You'll collaborate with school staff and a diverse team to create a positive learning environment. City Year offers comprehensive training, leadership development, and exposure to education and youth development careers in a mission-driven, inclusive culture dedicated to advancing educational equity.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support through tutoring and mentoring to help students meet academic goals
• Lead small-group and one-on-one sessions focused on literacy, math, and social-emotional skills
• Build positive, consistent relationships with students to encourage engagement and attendance
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to track student progress and tailor support
• Assist with classroom management and create a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Plan and support school-wide events, activities, and after-school programs
• Collect and document data on student performance and participation
• Participate in ongoing training, coaching, and professional development sessions
• Engage with families and community partners, as appropriate, to support student success
• Model City Year's core values and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice

Required Skills

• Tutoring and academic support (literacy and/or math)
• Youth mentoring and relationship-building
• Classroom support and basic classroom management
• Data entry and basic data tracking in spreadsheets or databases
• Written and verbal communication
• Collaboration and teamwork in diverse groups
• Time management and organization
• Basic technology skills (e.g., email, virtual platforms, word processing)
• Problem-solving and conflict de-escalation
• Cultural competency and working with diverse communities