Academic Specialist

The Sitka Ameri Corps Program works to address the high rates of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in rural Alaska by fostering strong developmental relationships with youth. Members support this mission through enrichment activities, academic assistance, mentoring, mental health support, and capacity building efforts. Members typically serve 36–40 hours per week in roles such as tutors, mentors, outreach workers, and community organizers.

Members live in shared co‑housing and help maintain a cooperative living environment. Up to 10% of service hours may be spent participating in community activities beyond the primary site—such as clubs, cultural events, tribal organizations, or community groups—to broaden cultural understanding and strengthen community relationships. Given Alaska’s geography and the community based nature of service, members commit to a full term of service, with preference for local applicants.

Leadership development is integral and includes training in self‑leadership, conflict resolution, and effective service delivery. Sitka is a walkable community, and members primarily travel by foot, bicycle, or public transit. Successful members communicate well with staff, adapt to changing needs, and maintain a collaborative, supportive approach. Strong communication skills—and appropriate gear for local weather—are essential for a positive service experience.

The MEHS Ameri Corps Academic Specialist supports boarding students through academic tutoring, mentoring, social‑emotional guidance, and enrichment that strengthens school connectedness. The role supplements—not replaces—school staff and requires flexibility, communication, and responsiveness to student needs.

Duties include:

• Supporting students identified as academically or socially struggling
• Developing targeted interventions
• Building relationships with students and families
• Participating in school meetings
• Tutoring and helping with study skills and organization
• Assisting with credit recovery
• Supervising academic spaces and maintaining materials
• Offering after‑school support
• Wearing an Ameri Corps uniform

Members receive 2–4 weeks of onboarding, ongoing supervision, and may serve with Parks & Recreation in summer programming.

• Housing
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Health Coverage

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

• Veterans
• Trade/Construction
• Urban Planning
• Fine Arts/Crafts
• Disaster Services
• Public Speaking
• Youth Development
• Community Organization
• Social Services
• Non‑Profit Management
• Education
• Environment
• Public Health
• Team Work
• Business/Entrepreneur
• Law
• Communications
• Medicine
• General Skills
• Recruitment
• First Aid
• Conflict Resolution
• Fund raising/Grant Writing
• Leadership
• Computers/Technology
• Teaching/Tutoring
• Writing/Editing
• Architectural Planning
• Counseling

Program Type: Ameri Corps State / National

Program: Academic Specialist

Program Start/End Date: 09/01/2026 - 08/31/2027

Work Schedule: Full Time

Education level: College graduate

Age Requirement: Minimum: 22 Maximum: 99

Program Locations: ALASKA

Accepting Applications: From 03/01/2026 To 08/31/2027

Contact: Sarah Lawrie

601 Halibut Point Rd
Sitka AK 99835

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