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 one-on-one and small-group tutoring in core subjects during and after school
• Support teachers with classroom management, engagement, and instructional activities
• Foster students' social-emotional skills, attendance, and engagement through mentoring
• Help plan and lead after-school programs, clubs, and enrichment activities
• Track student progress and document interventions and outcomes as directed
• Collaborate with teammates, school staff, and City Year staff to coordinate support
• Communicate regularly with students' families and caregivers when appropriate
• Participate in ongoing training, coaching, and professional development sessions
• Model positive behavior, inclusivity, and a commitment to equity and social justice
• Support school-wide events, initiatives, and service projects as needed

Required Skills

• Tutoring and academic support (math and literacy)
• Classroom management support
• Youth mentoring and relationship building
• Data entry and basic progress monitoring
• Communication (written and verbal)
• Time management and organization
• Team collaboration and conflict resolution
• Cultural competency and equity-focused practice
• Basic computer skills (e.g., Google Workspace, MS Office)
• Program facilitation and group leadership