Employment
AmeriCorps Academic Success Fellow (3)
This AmeriCorps member position is centered on delivering comprehensive academic support and personalized guidance to a diverse group of middle and high school students in grades 7 through 11. The Fellow builds trusting relationships with students, families, and school partners; conducts regular campus visits—typically 2–3 times per week—for one-on-one advising that provides tailored academic assistance and mentorship; and tracks student progress in BTC’s data systems to coordinate timely interventions. This is a term of national service through AmeriCorps, not a traditional staff position.
School Year (20-30 hours per week)
• Advise a targeted caseload of approximately 50 students in grades 7–11, maintaining regular and meaningful contact with each.
• Plan, facilitate, and attend Breakthrough Brigade events.
• Provide one-on-one academic advising, including communicating with students and families after school and occasionally during evening hours.
• Visit campuses 2–3 times per week to conduct advising appointments (school year only).
• Monitor and follow up on student attendance, engagement, and academic progress; track updates in BTC’s data systems (SalesForce) and communicate needs to relevant stakeholders (families, teachers, and team members).
• Host after-school academic tutoring for students 2–3 days per week.
• Support and attend Saturday Sessions.
• Plan and facilitate Family Nights.
Summer (40-50 hours per week)
• Facilitate and participate in family conferences and team meetings to support student progress and development
• Substitute core academic subjects such as math, science, social studies, and literature as needed
• Use restorative practices to foster community building and student engagement
• Participate in social-emotional learning initiatives to support students’ holistic growth
• Supervise students during breakfast, lunch, passing time, YO-time, class time, arrival, dismissal, and field trips
• Other Duties as assigned
Living Stipend: $40,800 , paid on a regular schedule over the term of service.
Education Award: Upon successful completion of the 1,700-hour term of service, members are eligible to receive a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of up to $7,395 to pay education costs at qualified institutions, for educational training, or to repay qualified student loans. Members may receive no more than the aggregate value of two full-time education awards.
Health Care Coverage: Available to members who are not otherwise covered.
Student Loan Support: Forbearance on qualified student loans and payment of accrued interest for eligible members.
Professional Development: Ongoing support and professional development from experienced educators and nonprofit leaders.
To Apply: Complete application at this link. If you have any questions, please contact us at apply@breakthroughtwincities.org.
Breakthrough Student Advisor
The Middle School Advisor provides year-round academic, social-emotional, and college-going support to a cohort of 7th and 8th grade BTC students. The Advisor builds strong relationships with students, families, and school partners; monitors data to identify needs and interventions; and plays a key role in BTC’s summer program operations and student support. This is a full-time BTC staff position, not an AmeriCorps term of service. At this time, this position primarily serves our students in Eastern Carver County.
Academic Year Responsibilities (September–May)
• Advise a caseload of approximately 75 -100 BTC students, maintaining regular, meaningful contact with each student.
• Conduct scheduled in-person check-ins at students’ schools at least once per month, using strengths-based, identity-affirming, and restorative approaches.
• Build relationships with school personnel (teachers, counselors, administrators) to support academic progress and social-emotional well-being.
• Monitor academic, attendance, and behavioral data to identify students needing support; implement or coordinate interventions and referrals.
• Communicate regularly with families about progress, expectations, and milestones, using accessible, culturally responsive communication.
• Keep accurate records of student contacts, school communications, and interventions in BTC’s data systems within established timelines.
• Attend and contribute to monthly Saturday Sessions and other BTC program events.
• Collaborate with colleagues (Academic Success Fellows, College Counselors) to support middle-to-high-school transitions and alignment.
• Other duties as assigned to advance BTC’s mission and program quality.
Summer Program Responsibilities (June–August)
• Serve as a program operations and student support lead for one or more grade-level cohorts during the summer program.
• Build and sustain professional relationships with students, families, Teaching Fellows, interns, Program Team members, and partners.
• Manage Summer Program Interns assigned to their grade level—onboarding, day-to-day guidance, and performance feedback with the Program Team.
• Plan and implement grade-level events and field trips with Summer Site Directors, ensuring safety, learning value, and smooth operations..
• Assist with additional summer tasks (family communication, data entry, behavior/support plans) as assigned.
Work Location: Twin Cities metro; Chaska + office
Compensation: Annual salary range: $45,000–$51,000, commensurate with experience. Full benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
To Apply: Complete application at this link. If you have any questions, please contact us at apply@breakthroughtwincities.org.
School Year Facilitator
The School Year Facilitator is a key instructional leader within Breakthrough Twin Cities’ (BTC) School Year Program. Facilitators customize and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons and activities during monthly Saturday Sessions, supporting middle and high school students in their social-emotional growth and community development. This role blends curriculum design, collaborative teaching, event management, and youth mentorship. Facilitators work closely with a co-facilitator and BTC staff to facilitate meaningful learning experiences aligned with monthly themes.
Schedule & Commitment:
Facilitators must be available for the following Saturday Sessions, each running approximately 8:30 AM–3:00 PM:
• September 19, 2026
• October 10, 2026
• November 7, 2026
• December 5, 2026
• January 23, 2027
• February 20, 2027
• March 20, 2027
• April 17, 2027
• May 15, 2027
Compensation:
• $125 per Saturday Session —contingent on completing all prep checklist items.
• $75 stipend —if attending a Saturday without a completed prep checklist.
• Orientation: $100 stipend (lunch included); held on September 12, 2026 at Mounds Park Academy from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
To Apply: Complete application at this link. If you have any questions, please contact us at apply@breakthroughtwincities.org.