High School Programs and NetPals Coordinator

Established in 1966, Cambridge School Volunteers unites the Cambridge community to help Cambridge Public Schools students feel seen, supported, and successful. An independent nonprofit operating within the Cambridge Public Schools, we offer free, easy-to-access tutoring, mentorship, and classroom programming to more than 1,500 students annually. Our professional staff develops, coordinates, and evaluates our programs, enabling us to enhance the student experience without extra burden on educators.

Each program aligns intentionally with District goals, leveraging longstanding organizational partnerships and over 500 engaged volunteers to respond flexibly to emerging needs. These dedicated volunteers show up with enthusiasm and joy, honoring students’ identities and building genuine relationships that create a safe space for learning. By harnessing the power of our diverse, innovation city, we enrich the lives of all involved, building a stronger community and inspiring every student to reach their fullest potential.

• We promote access and equity. Our programs are offered free on-site in all 16 Cambridge Public Schools, often to full-class cohorts, to promote equitable access for all students—especially those who need help most.
• We put relationships first. We meet students where they are, academically and emotionally, building authentic relationships that set the stage for learning and growth while creating meaningful volunteer experiences.
• We show up. Our volunteer-powered, staff-supervised programs support the work of Cambridge Public School educators by connecting students with dedicated, supportive adults invested in their growth.
• We foster connection. We connect educators, students, and dedicated volunteers from across our diverse innovation city, strengthening our community as we support students’ academic and personal success.
• We rise to the challenge. We leverage our longstanding organizational partnerships and our engaged community of hundreds of volunteers to respond nimbly to the District’s most pressing needs.

Working with the director of high school programs, the program coordinator will support the Tutoring Center, College & Career Mentoring Program, Classroom Collaborators, and the Peer Tutor Program  role includes, but is not limited to

• Supervising before or after-school tutoring sessions
• Sending and responding to emails from students and volunteers
• Matching pairs for tutoring or mentoring
• Assisting with volunteer recruitment and processing volunteer CORIs

This program has been running in partnership with CPS and local STEM companies for 30 years, sparking interest in STEM careers among 7th-grade students. The program is hosted by the 7th-grade science teachers at three upper schools in Cambridge during the school day. We recruit volunteers from our longstanding partner companies to provide a sustainable way for scholars and Net Pal mentors to develop a relationship around an academic focus.

Volunteers and students meet face-to-face three times and exchange four to six monitored emails. Work for this role will be supervised by the director of upper school programs.

Responsibilities coordinating the Net Pals program at the Rindge Avenue Upper Campus:

• Meet with the science teacher in September to develop the program schedule
• Coordinate with companies to recruit volunteers and approve the schedule
• Provide training for volunteers in preparation for the program’s launch
• Facilitate the planning of visits to the companies and to the school
• Support RAUC email days in the classroom
• Track and read student and mentor emails
• Manage end-of-program surveys and assist with annual report writing

• Participation in weekly staff meetings
• Attending and supporting workshops and other events organized by CSV, like fundraisers and our annual volunteer appreciation event

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college, university, or equivalent professional experience
• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Excellent digital and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with…