Position Title: 1700-Hour AmeriCorps EXL Tutor

Service Term: September 20, 2023 - July 19, 2024

Reports to: Site Supervisor & AmeriCorps EXL Program Coordinator

Position Summary

AmeriCorps EXL is an exciting opportunity to be part of an ambitious team working towards closing the achievement gap and removing barriers to learning for youth. Students are at the heart of our work. We are seeking proactive, adaptable, enthusiastic, and dedicated AmeriCorps EXL Tutors to support the academic and social skills development of high-need students in local area schools of Santa Rosa, California. We partner with schools to identify students who would benefit from a positive, adult role model that can give targeted academic support in literacy and/or mathematics, as well as mentor students to be their most resilient selves. EXL Tutors also play a key role in leading Active Recess activities with students.

Program Overview

The goal of the AmeriCorps EXL program is to improve the academic performance and success of students, who are not performing at grade level, by providing comprehensive support. The EXL program applies a layered approach implemented by the AmeriCorps Tutors for K – 8 students. Students in need of additional support will be assessed and assigned targeted tutoring services in literacy and/or math. All students at the school site benefit from the support of organized, collaborative games and conflict resolution during recess/break and lunch.

Essential AmeriCorps EXL Tutor Duties

Active Recess:

·        Active Recess: Structured and organized activities facilitated by adults in order to include students in games/sports while building conflict resolution skills

·        EXL members will plan and facilitate Active Recess activities and games during the core day and after school recess/breaks and lunch times, focusing on supporting positive student behaviors

·        Members are assigned a daily game that they facilitate and engage with students.

Academic Tutoring:

·        Tutors will work with students who are academically below grade level in literacy and/or math skills.

·        Tutoring: Lead daily 30-minute academic tutoring sessions with students 1-to-1, in pairs, or in small groups.

·        Students will work with the Tutor for half of the school year.

·        Tutors will facilitate lessons. These lesson plans are created by the member and/or provided by the teacher or curriculum.

·        Tutors will support approximately 20 students throughout the course of the school year.

Expanded Learning Support:

·        Expanded Learning programs support selected students beyond the classroom, often outside the normal school day hours. Expanded Learning programs are often referred to as After School programs.

·        Support the after school program daily via the homework help hour.

·        Members will engage with groups of students to lead physical, SEL (social emotional learning), and enrichment activities.

·        Members will facilitate the student summer program.

Member Development:

·        Participate in training and professional development to improve quality services for youth

·        Participate in National Service events to support the local community

o   Make a Difference Day

o   Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

o   Cesar Chavez Day of Service

Volunteer Recruitment:

·        Members will work with their school site team to recruit both one-time (e.g., presenters) and ongoing volunteers during the school year.

Service Commitment  

·        Full-time, 11-month commitment serving a minimum of 1700 hours - will include some weekends and evenings

·        Hours are generally Monday – Friday from 8:00 – 6:00PM, typically at least 45 hours per week (varies slightly by school site)

·        Service hours are expected to occur in-person at school sites, and EXL members are required to live within a reasonable commute distance from their school site.

Qualifications and Characteristics

·        Must be at least 18 years of age (17 with parental approval) 

·        Clear criminal background check (DOJ and FBI; National Sex Offender Public Database)

·        Submit current, clear TB (tuberculosis) test

·        Provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination

·        Must have at least a high school diploma or a GED by start date

·        Must either be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States (Due to federal grant restrictions, we currently cannot accept DACA recipients)

·        Must not have served more than 3 terms of service previously with AmeriCorps State and National programs

·        Passion for education and working with youth of all backgrounds

·        Organized, responsible, flexible, motivated and professional 

·        Strong personal standards of excellence, ethics and integrity 

·        Ability to be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all of the program’s safety policies and rules

Benefits

·        Monthly Living Stipend of $2,200

·        $10,000 in Education Awards:

o   Segal Education Award: $6,895*

o   California For All Education Award: $3,105* (pending annual California State budget approval)

·        Health Benefits

·        Childcare Assistance (if applicable)

·        Eligibility for CalFresh (CA’s food stamp program)

·        $250 Moving Stipend for applicants moving from over 250 miles from the service site

·        Federal Student Loan deferment and interest repayment

·        Extensive Professional Development and experiential learning opportunities

*Please note: the living stipend and education awards are taxable