AmeriCorps After School Youth Mentor - Napa at AmeriCorps at NCOE

Daily Hours: Monday–Friday, 12 pm to 5:30 pm

Stipend: $1,700 monthly (10-month contract)

Service Term: September 2026 – June 2027

About the role

AmeriCorps EXL offers a meaningful opportunity to support students' academic growth and personal development while being part of a dedicated team making a lasting impact in schools. We are seeking proactive, adaptable, enthusiastic, and dedicated AmeriCorps EXL Mentors to support the academic and social-emotional development of students in Napa, California. Each Member is placed at one school site for the entire school year; commuting among sites is not required.

Program Overview

AmeriCorps EXL Members serve within the Napa Expanded Learning (EXL) Program and/or the ACE After School Program to provide comprehensive academic, enrichment, and social-emotional support to students. All students benefit from organized, collaborative games and positive conflict resolution during recess and lunch. Students needing additional support may receive targeted literacy or math tutoring and/or social-emotional mentoring groups.

Responsibilities

• Active Recess: Facilitate structured games and sports to encourage positive student behaviors and conflict resolution during the school day and after school.
• Tutoring Services:
  • Provide individualized and small-group academic support in reading, writing, and math.
  • Help students build confidence, engagement, and positive learning habits.
  • Collaborate with teachers and school staff to reinforce instructional strategies and create an inclusive learning environment.
• Mentoring Services:
  • Work with students who need additional support in skill development, relationship-building, and personal growth.
  • Create and implement lesson plans using provided curriculum.
• Expanded Learning & Enrichment Support:
  • Serve as an enrichment and engagement leader in the after-school program (COOL School), creating hands-on learning experiences.
  • Support a specific enrichment “track” based on program needs and personal interests, such as:
    • Arts & Creative Expression
    • Sports & Athletics
    • STEAM & Hands-On Learning
    • Leadership & Social-Emotional Learning
    • Outdoor Education and Recreation
    • Academic Enrichment
  • Collaborate with after-school staff to facilitate activities and build mentoring relationships.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age (17 with parental approval).
• Clear criminal background check (DOJ, FBI, and National Sex Offender Public Database).
• Current, clear TB (tuberculosis) test.
• High school diploma or GED by start date.
• Must be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States (DACA recipients currently not eligible).
• Passion for education and working with youth of all backgrounds.
• Organized, responsible, flexible, motivated, and professional.
• Strong personal standards of excellence, ethics, and integrity.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with all program policies.
• Ability to live within a reasonable commute distance from the assigned school site.

Service Commitment

• Part-time, 900-hour commitment over 10 months (September 2026 – June 2027).
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 12 pm to 6 pm (some weekends and evenings may be required for service events).
• In-person service at school sites; members are not expected to serve on days the school is closed (Winter Break Intercession program is mandatory).

What You’ll Gain

• Build real-world skills in leadership, communication, and youth development through hands-on experience and training.
• Access professional development opportunities for careers in education, public service, and beyond.
• Participate in National Service events and connect with the community.
• Optional weekend service days to deepen impact.

Benefits

• Monthly living stipend of $1,700 (10-month contract).
• Segal Education Award of $3,697.50 upon completion of service (can be used for educational expenses or qualified student loan repayment).
• Health benefits available (inquire for details).
• Eligibility for CalFresh (California’s food stamp program).
• $250 moving stipend for applicants relocating from over 250 miles away.
• Federal student loan deferment and interest repayment.
• Extensive professional development and experiential learning opportunities.

*Living stipend and education awards are taxable.