Rutgers Accelerate & Renew Academy

Rutgers Accelerate & Renew Academy (RARA) is a university-based tutoring initiative that partners with local community centers, youth programs, and schools to support K–12 students, primarily those in grades K–8, in Camden, NJ. Ameri Corps members help students build literacy, math, and social-emotional development skills through high-impact tutoring and mentoring while fostering confidence and growth. Members serve in after-school settings, delivering one-on-one and small-group instruction tailored to students' needs.

Tutors are trained in culturally responsive practices, trauma-informed care, and youth development, and receive ongoing coaching and professional development throughout their service. No teaching experience is required; just a passion for equity, education, and service is needed. This role offers hands-on experience, leadership development, and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with youth and community partners. Members complete 300 service hours over the academic year and earn a Segal Education Award upon successful completion.

• Ameri Corps members will serve as tutors and mentors to K–12 students, primarily grades K–8, in Camden, NJ.
• Provide high-impact academic support in literacy and math through one-on-one and small-group sessions in after-school settings.
• Promote social-emotional development by building positive relationships and serving as consistent, caring role models.
• Track student progress, reinforce key skills, and collaborate with site staff to meet student needs.
• Receive training in trauma-informed care, culturally responsive practices, and youth development.
• Grow as leaders, educators, and changemakers through service.

• Living Allowance
• Stipend
• Training
• Education award upon successful completion of service

• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Permits attendance at school during off hours

• Community Outreach
• Education
• Children/Youth
• Community and Economic Development

• Communications
• Community Organization
• Youth Development
• Education
• Teaching/Tutoring
• Conflict Resolution
• Public Health
• Fine Arts/Crafts
• Leadership
• General Skills
• Social Services
• Public Speaking
• Writing/Editing
• Team Work

• Program Type:
  Ameri Corps State / National
• Program:
  Rutgers Accelerate & Renew Academy
• Program Start/End Date: 10/01/2025 - 05/30/2026
• Work Schedule:
  
  Part Time
• Education Level: Some college
• Age Requirement:
  Minimum: 18;
  Maximum: 60
• Program Locations: NEW JERSEY;
  Philadelphia/Wilmington/Atlantic City
• Languages:
  
  Spanish;
  English
• Accepting Applications:
  From 08/03/2025 To 02/15/2026
• Contact:
  Amanda DeBellis, 121 Market St, Camden NJ 08102, , ad1783gers.edu