AmeriCorps RISE -Track Mentor

Overview

The RISE Network is seeking Ameri Corps On-Track Mentors to join a national movement advancing educational equity and improving student outcomes in high-need communities. On-Track Mentors support a focused caseload of ninth-grade students during a pivotal transition year, helping them build the foundation for high school and postsecondary success. As part of a dedicated team in RISE partner schools, members provide personalized support and serve as student advocates, working to ensure every student graduates with a strong plan and the skills and confidence to succeed.

Position Summary and

Essential Job Functions:

We are hiring for an immediate replacement On-Track Mentor for our Ameri Corps service program. This role is a full-time (40 hours per week), in-person position based at a Hartford, CT public school. The position is a six-month term beginning in February, during which the member will complete 900 hours of service, in alignment with our existing program structure.

Reports to:

On-Track Mentor Program Manager.

Location
:
In-person, with time split between a Hartford partner school and limited time at RISE Headquarters in New Haven, CT.

Stipend
: $20,118 paid over 6 month contract.

Benefits
:
Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision insurance benefits at no cost.

• Build trusting, supportive relationships with students, families, and school staff, while fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that honors and uplifts students from diverse backgrounds.
• Serve as a liaison between families and the school, providing regular updates on student progress.
• Support a caseload of up to 50 first-time Grade 9 students navigating academic, attendance, social, and/or behavioral challenges.
• Provide one-on-one coaching and mentoring to help students stay on-track and transition smoothly into and through high school.
• Develop personalized plans for each student and monitor progress through regular check-ins with students, families, and staff.
• Partner with teachers, counselors, and other staff to coordinate timely academic and non-academic interventions.
• Participate in weekly on-track meetings with teachers, administrators, and support staff to review data, share insights, and adjust support as needed.
• Design, organize, and facilitate group sessions, conferences, and meetings.
• Use data to identify early warning signs and proactively support students.
• Maintain accurate records of student meetings, interventions, and outcomes.
• Demonstrate empathy, patience, and cultural awareness in working with students from varied backgrounds.
• Create a welcoming and equitable environment that values each student’s unique experience.
• Engage in ongoing learning and feedback to continuously strengthen your impact.
• Collaborate with other On-Track Mentors and Coordinators to share best practices and support program development.
• Balance coaching, data entry, meetings, and planning responsibilities with strong time management and organization skills.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for engaging with students, parents, and educators.
• Proficient in tracking student progress, data entry, and monitoring academic/attendance performance.
• Experience working with high school-age youth and their families.
• Ability to interact professionally and earn credibility with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet competing demands.
• Basic proficiency in data tracking systems and standard software (e.g. Google Suite).
• Strong belief that all students can learn and achieve at high levels.
• Positive attitude, and willingness to work in a collaborative environment.

• Successfully pass the three-part National Service Criminal History Check
• Abide by all Ameri Corps Prohibited Activities as outlined in the member contract
• Commit to a 10-month, full-time assignment (40 hours/week), starting in early fall.
• Complete a minimum of 1,700 hours of service
• Participate in an initial orientation and training, followed by ongoing training throughout the service term
• Hold an associate’s or…