2026 - 2027 College Access Mentor

IMPROVE YOUR TOMORROW • Las Vegas, NV

7d • $2,125 - $2,125

About The Position

Improve Your Tomorrow (IYT) and AmeriCorps Hiring Now: Position start August 2026 through January 2027 Overview: You aren’t just looking for a job, you’re looking to make an impact. At IYT, we’re dismantling the school-to-prison pipeline and replacing it with a college-to-community pipeline. We’re looking for leaders, big brothers and sisters, and change-makers to join our Mentor Fellowship Program. How You’ll Make An Impact Be the Blueprint: Guide 25-50 boys and young men of color as they navigate middle and high school Open Doors: Help students crush their college applications and secure financial aid Lead the Vibes: Run workshops on civic engagement, life skills, and “Brotherhood” activities Connect the Dots: Keep parents in the loop and bridge the gap between home and school

Requirements

• You are passionate about social justice and equity in education
• You can vibe with teenagers and command a room
• You’re organized enough to handle data (we use Salesforce, and we’ll teach you)
• You can commit to the mission (Monday-Friday + 1-2 Saturdays a month)
• Must pass National Service Criminal History Check
• FBI fingerprinting
• National Sex Offender Registry
• State background check
• Attend Pre-Service Orientation
• Attend Mentor Fellowship Training

Responsibilities

• Guide 25-50 boys and young men of color as they navigate middle and high school
• Help students crush their college applications and secure financial aid
• Run workshops on civic engagement, life skills, and “Brotherhood” activities
• Keep parents in the loop and bridge the gap between home and school

Benefits

• IYT Mentors receive a bi-weekly stipend, medical benefits (if eligible), loan deferment (if eligible), professional development, career advising, access to Alumni Network and much more!
• Earn an Education Award upon completion of program requirements
• Earn up to or between $1,565.08 to $10,000 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award that can be applied towards qualified student loans and college expenses (pending hourly commitment).
• Eligible for Student Loan Deferment and Student Loan Forgiveness (for all loans that qualify)
• Gain Career Readiness, Leadership Development training, Access to Alumni Network and Career Resource counselor and that prepare you for your career path and to be leader
• Participate in Wellness workshops designed to support mental health, wellness, and personal empowerment.
• Access to Guaranteed admissions (only available to previous IYT members).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED