GO Fellow @ Virginia Public Schools

GO Tutor Corps • Virginia, United States, VA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the 2026 - 2027 Academic Year beginning in October 2026 and ending in June 2027. GO Tutor Corps in partnership with AmeriCorps is seeking a GO Fellow to serve as an in-person tutor. This 1,200-hour AmeriCorps service position involves delivering targeted, small-group instruction in Math and/or English Language Arts (ELA) to students in grades 3–12, Monday through Friday during school hours (typically between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m). Tutors are embedded within school communities and support instruction in alignment with each school’s model. In Alexandria Schools, tutors support teachers within classrooms during small-group rotations and lead pull-out small groups. In Arlington Schools, tutors provide small-group academic support within school-based intervention settings. Across all sites, tutors collaborate closely with teachers and instructional coaches. Following training, tutors are expected to independently facilitate small-group instruction, effectively use provided curricula and materials, and maintain organized, engaging learning environments. The role is well-suited for individuals interested in education, mentorship, or youth development, including recent graduates and those exploring a pathway into teaching. Tutoring schedules may vary and tutors will receive a preliminary schedule of up to 10 hours per week, with adjustments communicated in advance. In weeks when tutoring hours are reduced, tutors are expected to complete remaining service hours through additional school support duties.

Requirements

• Minimum of an Associate’s degree or current enrollment in an accredited college or university program
• Citizenship or legal Permanent Residency status in the United States (AmeriCorps requirement)
• Served no more than three previous AmeriCorps service terms (AmeriCorps requirement)

Nice To Haves

• Passion for service and a growth mindset
• Commitment to equity and diversity
• Belief that all students can succeed
• Confidence in your ability to lead students to significant academic growth in Math and/or ELA
• Experience working in team settings- relationship building and communication skills
• Maturity to work closely with professional peers
• Ability to stay organized and meet deadlines
• Ability to respond well to and implement feedback- commitment to lifelong learning
• Collaborative problem-solving abilities
• Prior experience working or volunteering with children is a plus
• Able to travel to a GO partner school up to 5 days/week

Responsibilities

• Deliver Small-Group Academic Instruction: Provide 90 minutes of small group tutoring weekly. Tutors may use intervention curricula or be given literacy and math instructional materials.
• Implement pre-developed lesson plans and instructional materials with fidelity.
• Prepare in advance for each session to ensure effective and engaging instruction.
• Adjust pacing, strategies, and supports to meet varying student learning needs and skill levels.
• Support Student Academic Progress: Assess student understanding during sessions and provide targeted support to address learning gaps.
• Track student attendance, participation, and academic progress using program-designated tools.
• Share progress updates and observations with site staff, teachers, or program coordinators.
• Incorporate feedback from coaches, teachers, or site leads to strengthen instructional delivery.
• Build Positive Student Relationships: Establish a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment that promotes student engagement.
• Develop consistent, supportive relationships with students to encourage confidence and motivation.
• Serve as a mentor and positive role model by demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and respect.
• Maintain Program Expectations and Communication: Attend and facilitate all assigned tutoring sessions in alignment with the program schedule, ensuring consistent, reliable service delivery.
• Provide consistent support to an assigned caseload of students, working with the same small groups whenever possible while recognizing that group assignments may shift based on student need.
• Track and document student attendance and tutoring dosage to ensure students receive a minimum of 90 minutes of tutoring per week.
• Proactively monitor student participation and attendance patterns, flagging concerns such as inconsistent attendance or low tutoring dosage.
• Communicate in a timely and proactive manner with program staff regarding absences, scheduling conflicts, student engagement concerns, or any barriers impacting student learning or service delivery.
• Arrive on time and fully prepared for all tutoring sessions and required program activities.
• Participate in all required trainings, coaching sessions, and program meetings.
• Contribute to Enrichment and School Community: Support or co-facilitate enrichment activities such as after-school clubs, academic interventions, or school events when available.
• Collaborate with school staff to support overall student development and program goals.

Benefits

• AmeriCorps living allowance
• AmeriCorps Segal Education Award upon successful completion of up to $5,176.50
• Loan postponement on qualified education loans
• Valuable professional and personal experience in public education, youth development, civic-engagement, teamwork and leadership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree