Summary
As part of our school year program, Breakthrough Greater Boston operates an academic mentoring program for its middle school and high school students. Academic Mentors (AMs) support students who need additional assistance with classwork and homework throughout the school year while providing mentorship to students by offering guidance around non-cognitive skills such as study skills, organization, and self-advocacy. Academic mentoring sessions will consist of tutoring in core academic subjects identified by Breakthrough staff as well as coaching around effective study habits and strategies. At each campus, AMs report directly to the Volunteer Coordinator and Director of Student Services.
Responsibilities
- Scheduling and committing to weekly academic mentoring session with assigned student; sessions generally occur weekdays in the afternoons/early evenings or on weekends
- Communicating any concerns to your supervisors
- Completing weekly academic mentoring log to maintain communication with your supervisors and record both student progress and student concerns.
Logistics
The two Breakthrough Greater Boston campuses are located at the Cambridge Rindge and Latin School and TechBoston Academy in Dorchester (both accessible by public transportation). AMs will meet students either on site or at a designated local library. AMs must commit to at least one 60-minute academic mentoring session per week for an entire semester (October-December or February-May). Additionally, AMs must attend one three-hour training session. Academic mentoring schedules will follow the Boston Public Schools and Cambridge Public Schools calendars and honor all holidays and vacation days.
