Success Coaches / Mentors

About iUrban Teen

iUrban Teen is a nationally recognized program that brings career-focused STEM+Arts education to historically and systemically excluded teens ages 12 to 18. Youth receive hands-on exposure to various careers and civic engagement opportunities that step them beyond their current boundaries. Our program goals are to increase awareness and knowledge of STEM+Arts careers, build confidence and critical thinking, provide mentorship and internship opportunities, and create a collaborative learning model for youth.

General Job Description

We seek dedicated and enthusiastic Success Coaches/Mentors to join our after-school program for the upcoming school year, September 2024 – June 2025. This role involves tutoring students to help them improve their Math and English skills. Coaches/Mentors will also mentor students to grow their leadership, communication, and advocacy skills and strengthen their self-confidence, resilience, and understanding and appreciation of their cultural heritage.

Major Responsibilities & Duties May Include:

• Provide one-on-one & group mentoring/tutoring
• Assist students with homework and academic projects
• Monitor and track student progress; securely maintain confidential data; submit regular program reports
• Collaborate with program coordinators and other mentors to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment and implement engaging & effective mentoring sessions
• Encourage and motivate students to reach their full potential
• Maintain frequent communication with iUrban Teen staff members; attend regular program meetings both in person and virtually
• Attend and complete all professional development and training required by the school district and iUrban Teen

 Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Strong proficiency in Math, Algebra & Geometry, and academic English reading and writing
• Familiar and comfortable with high school Trigonometry and Statistics
• Previous experience in teaching, tutoring, or mentoring preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with youth and adults
• Passionate about working with youth and making a positive impact
• Familiar with the “Strength-Based” approach to learning and “Trauma-Informed Instruction” practices

Ideal candidate profile:

• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds
• Able to actively engage with youth, generate enthusiasm & help students reach their potential
• Ability to pivot or adjust lesson plans to meet the needs of students in the program
• Has lived experiences or backgrounds similar to the students served in the program
• Preferred BA in Math and or English

To Apply:

Candidates will email their resume and cover letter to Alex Pierott at Jobs@iurbanteen.org

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to comply with the Company’s mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. The Company’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy requires all employees who work from the Company’s offices or whose job duties require them to travel to our U.S. offices and/or private destinations to be fully vaccinated and up to date on variant booster vaccines against COVID-19. If this policy covers you, you will be asked to complete a Vaccination Attestation upon acceptance of this offer and upload proof of vaccination to the Company’s human resources system before your first day of employment.  Candidates must be able to pass a background check. All applicants must pass an intensive background check if offered the position.

iUrban Teen is an equal-opportunity employer committed to racial equity. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our workforce across a range of dimensions. Individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, Latine, Asian, or other People of Color, people who are queer, trans, non-binary, people with disabilities, people who are immigrants, people from poor and working-class backgrounds, and people who are/have been system-impacted are strongly encouraged to apply.

iUrban Teen values work-life balance through flexible schedules, bringing one’s whole self to work every day, close partnerships between community and employees, and creating a safer work environment for employees of historically excluded communities.