Mariposa Lead Coach & Youth Mentor

Position Summary

The Napa County Office of Education is seeking passionate, dependable, and community-minded individuals to serve as full-time AmeriCorps Members within the Mariposa Program during the 2026–2027 school year.

Youth Mentorship & Student Leadership

• Build strong, positive mentoring relationships with students across assigned school sites
• Serve as a consistent and supportive adult role model for youth
• Support students in developing leadership skills, confidence, communication skills, and positive peer relationships
• Facilitate student engagement activities, leadership opportunities, and youth-centered discussions
• Encourage student connectedness, belonging, and engagement within the school community

Cohort Leadership & Program Support

• Work closely with the Mariposa Program Coordinator to support broader program initiatives and student engagement goals
• Help foster a positive, collaborative, and supportive culture among the cohort of Mariposa Coaches throughout the school year
• Aid in supporting team communication, collaboration, and engagement during trainings, events, and program activities
• Support outreach, recruitment, and community engagement efforts connected to the Mariposa Program when needed

Cultural Enrichment & Community Engagement

• Support culturally responsive programming and enrichment opportunities through the Mariposa Program
• Assist with student engagement and participation in Ballet Folklórico programming and cultural events
• Create welcoming, inclusive, and positive environments for students and families

Professional Development & Leadership Growth

• Participate in ongoing coaching, trainings, leadership development, and professional growth opportunities
• Gain direct experience in youth mentorship, leadership development, prevention education, facilitation, and community-based programming
• Build transferable skills in communication, public speaking, collaboration, facilitation, and program leadership

What You’ll Gain

• Meaningful hands-on experience working directly with youth in educational and community settings
• Leadership experience supporting both students and a cohort of fellow AmeriCorps Members
• Direct collaboration and mentorship from the Mariposa Program Coordinator and program leadership team
• Real-world experience in youth leadership, mentorship, outreach, and culturally responsive programming
• Opportunities for professional development opportunities aligned with careers in education, counseling, psychology, social work, nonprofit leadership, and public service
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of students throughout Napa County

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for working with youth and supporting diverse communities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable, adaptable, organized, and professional
• Interest in education, counseling, psychology, youth leadership, social work, or community engagement
• Comfortable taking initiative and serving in a peer leadership capacity
• Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged but not required

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least 17 years old
• High school diploma or GED required
• Must pass all AmeriCorps-required background clearances

Benefits of Service

• Monthly living stipend of $3,000 per month during the service term
• Opportunity to earn the full Segal AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of service
• Eligibility for the California For All Education Award
• Opportunities total approximately $10,000 that can be used toward qualified student loans or future educational expenses

Additional Benefits

• Extensive professional development and leadership opportunities
• Networking and career exploration within education and youth-serving fields
• Opportunity to directly support youth empowerment, cultural pride, leadership development, and student success throughout Napa County