Nettle Bridge Program Counselors & Teachers

Haverhill Public Schools•Haverhill, MA

About The Position

The BRIDGE Program is seeking a dedicated Academic Tutor & Mentor to support student success through academic guidance, goal tracking, and positive youth development. The role works closely with students to review academic progress and provide targeted tutoring in a supportive community environment. The position is anticipated to open in spring. It pays $46 per hour and involves two days per week, one-hour sessions, for up to 71 hours.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Proficiency in the fields in which candidates apply, as evidenced by undergraduate and/or graduate transcripts.
Strong background in academic tutoring across core subjects.
Demonstrated ability to mentor, inspire, and build rapport with youth.
Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills.
Passion for fostering leadership, teamwork, and career readiness.
Other qualifications may be considered as appropriate and acceptable by the Superintendent of Schools.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with student information systems; experience with SchoolBrains preferred.
Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education license as a Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities, PK–8 or 5–12.
SEI Endorsement.
Previous teaching experience and/or successful experience working with children with severe special needs.
Bilingual ability.
Evidence of academic accomplishment and strength in relevant content areas.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily check-ins to monitor student progress and academic performance.
Use SchoolBrains to review grades and assignments regularly and track missing work.
Provide targeted tutoring to address learning gaps and assist students in recovering missing work.
Teach and reinforce study and organization skills.
Lead regular goal check-ins to support student accountability and progress.
Conduct mentor check-ins that provide guidance, active listening, and social-emotional support.
Facilitate team-building activities and community work to build a positive group culture.
Teach and apply proactive conflict-resolution strategies.
Engage students through interest-based activities, clubs, arts, and sports.
Guide students in career exploration, leadership development, goal setting, and self-reflection.