This position is for the 2026 - 2027 Academic Year beginning in November 2026 and ending in June 2027
GO Tutor Corps in partnership with AmeriCorps
Location: Boston, MA
School Partners: Match Middle School & Match High School
Schedule:
- Middle School: Mon - Thurs from 7:15 am - 2:45 pm including a 30-minute lunch break (7 paid hours)
- High School: Mon - Thurs from 7:30 am - 2:30 pm including a 30-minute lunch break (6.5 paid hours)
- Mandatory in-person training November 16th & 17th, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm both days
- First day working in school building: November 18th
Position Summary
As a GO Fellow, you will play a critical role in supporting students’ academic success by providing targeted, small-group instruction in Math. Fellows are embedded within school communities and contribute meaningfully to students’ daily learning experiences.
We are seeking dedicated and knowledgeable fellows who are passionate about educational equity and eager to make a measurable difference in students' academic achievement. Ideal candidates are skilled at building relationships, adapting to different learning styles, and engaging students in-person through thoughtful, culturally responsive instruction.
Fellows typically work with 3-4 students per session in a supportive environment, helping to drive gains in core academic areas while fostering student confidence and connection. This is a great opportunity for those looking to gain experience in education, mentorship, or youth development — especially recent graduates or those exploring a path in teaching.
Fellows must be able to fully commit to one of the school schedules listed above. Schedules will be finalized during training and will remain consistent throughout the year.
AmeriCorps Benefits
You will earn:
- AmeriCorps living allowance (see more about this below)
- AmeriCorps Segal Education Award upon successful completion of up to $5,176.50
- Loan postponement on qualified education loans
- Valuable professional and personal experience in public education, youth development, civic-engagement, teamwork and leadership
AmeriCorps Living Allowance
The AmeriCorps Living Allowance and the number of pay cycles may vary depending on your assigned start date and location. Members who complete the Half-Year Time term (900 hours) receive a pre-tax living allowance of $14,500 for the full service year. The estimated pre-tax living allowance typically ranges from $800 to $900 in biweekly payments. Please note that the precise living allowance total and bi-weekly payment details will be clearly outlined in your offer letter and/or during the onboarding process.
Key Responsibilities
Academic Tutoring - GO Fellows work with small groups of students to increase their achievement in Math. You’ll be matched with consistent groups of students to support throughout the semester. You’ll receive lesson materials in advance and will be responsible for dedicating time to prepare yourself for each lesson.
Mentoring & Enrichment - GO Fellows serve as mentors to their students, supporting their social and emotional development by building authentic and healthy relationships and setting goals for the future.
Qualifications
You are qualified to apply if you meet the following requirements:
- Minimum of a high school diploma/GED or current enrollment in an accredited college or university program
- Citizenship or legal Permanent Residency status in the United States (AmeriCorps requirement)
- Served no more than three previous AmeriCorps service terms (AmeriCorps requirement)
- At least 18 years of age
Competencies
As a successful candidate, you possess the following qualifications:
- Passion for service and a growth mindset
- Commitment to equity and diversity
- Belief that all students can succeed
- Confidence in your ability to lead students to significant academic growth in Math
- Experience working in team settings- relationship building and communication skills
- Maturity to work closely with professional peers
- Ability to stay organized and meet deadlines
- Ability to respond well to and implement feedback- commitment to lifelong learning
- Collaborative problem-solving abilities
- Prior experience working or volunteering with children is a plus
- Able to travel to a GO partner school up to 5 days/week
GO Teacher Residency
The Teacher Residency is a pathway to teaching created for GO tutors. If you are successful as a tutor and interested in becoming a certified teacher, GO will help. More information will be shared with you once you begin tutoring.
INTERVIEW & SELECTION PROCESS
Recruitment Stages
- Application Submission
- Stage 1: Subject Knowledge Assessment
- Stage 2: Live Interview
- Stage 3: Hiring Decision
Program Placement
- Stage 4: Availability Confirmation
- Stage 5: School Placement
Human Resources & Onboarding
- Stage 6: HR Onboarding
Training
- Stage 8: Asynchronous Training
- Stage 9: Live Training