High School Preparedness Coach (Spring 2027)

Breakthrough New York • New York, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Breakthrough New York empowers motivated students from low-income communities to achieve a college degree and reach their fullest potential. Its tuition-free, ten-year program supports students and families from 7th grade through college with academic enrichment, admissions coaching, exposure to diverse interests and careers, personalized mentorship, and holistic support.

The High School Preparedness Coach works with the Program Manager, Afterschool Instructors, and students to prepare for and deliver successful after-school programming. Coaches are assigned to one of two sites based on preference: Forte Prep High School in Queens or The Town School in Manhattan.

This seasonal, part-time position is hired on a semester basis. The initial appointment is for Spring 2027, January 13 through April 21, 2027. Coaches provide onsite teaching support on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., attend required in-person training on January 13 and 14, and participate in regular supervisor check-ins. Additional virtual training may be scheduled. Fall continuation is not guaranteed and, if offered, would be under a separate contract.

Requirements

• Demonstrate experience and results with responsibilities similar to those listed.
• Be passionate about forming relationships with middle school students and act as a role model at all times.
• Be a current college student and/or be at least 18 years old.
• Commit to the entire Spring 2027 term, January 27 through April 21.
• Be confident using Zoom and Google Drive and comfortable learning new systems.
• Demonstrate excellence in BTNY’s Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the pre-written High School Options curriculum twice weekly to middle school students.
• Support logistical aspects of the program and fill in when needed.
• Learn and practice student management techniques and communicate student needs to the Program Manager.
• Participate in weekly check-ins with the Program Manager for professional development and mid-semester and end-of-semester evaluations.
• Evaluate student output and track student performance.
• Complete training and observation sessions.
• Perform other duties based on the assigned BTNY site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed