Youth Program Tutor

Position: Youth Program Support Tutors (Afterschool Tutor, Playgroup Tutor) 

Reports To: Youth Program Coordinator 

Classification: Intern  
Pay: $1,000 stipend per semester for a minimum of 10 hours per week  

Location: Hybrid – In-Person in Lowell, MA 

Apply: Submit an application on Handshake or email your resume and letter of interest to acroteau@naamass.org, indicating your preference for the Youth Program Support Tutors role. 

About NAAM 

NAAM is a non-profit organization providing social support services to refugees and immigrants residing in Massachusetts. Our core services include ESOL classes, employment assistance and job coaching, skills training, case management, youth services from birth to age 24, after-school and summer programming for youth (K–12), wellness programming, and citizenship assistance. 

Position Overview 

The Youth Program Support Internship offers hands-on experience supporting refugee and immigrant youth in Lowell. Interns may choose to focus on one of two areas: 

Afterschool Support Tutor: Assist with afterschool programming for students in grades K–12, providing academic support, mentoring, and enrichment activities. 

Playgroup Support Tutor: Support playgroup programming for young children, fostering early childhood development through play-based learning and social interaction. 

This role is ideal for individuals interested in education, youth development, early childhood programming, and immigrant support work. Interns commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week, with in-person hours required. The position provides flexibility to balance academic and personal commitments while gaining meaningful experience. 

Key Responsibilities 

Provide tutoring and homework help to youth in grades K–12. 

Support enrichment activities including arts, sports, or cultural programming. 

Assist with playgroup programming for young children, fostering early childhood development. 

Collaborate with staff to create a welcoming and supportive environment for students and families. 

Assist with program planning, preparation of materials, and classroom/playgroup management. 

Participate in staff meetings and contribute to discussions about youth programming. 

Track student progress and share observations with program staff. 

Help coordinate family engagement activities and community events. 

Perform administrative tasks such as organizing student files and attendance records. 

Take on special projects based on qualifications and program needs. 

Additional Requirements 

Completion of intake, orientation, reference, and background check. 

Participation in training opportunities for compliance and program quality improvement. 

Qualifications 

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program in education, social work, psychology, public administration, or a related field. 

Strong interest in serving diverse populations, particularly immigrant and refugee youth. 

Ability to demonstrate and promote a caring, respectful attitude toward students, families, staff, and fellow interns. 

Commitment to maintaining student privacy and confidentiality. 

Experience working with children or youth in educational or community settings preferred. 

Tutoring qualifications are not required; however, the ability to support students with SAT preparation, science, and higher-level high school math can be beneficial. 

Multilingual skills (Spanish, Pashto, Dari, Swahili, French, Haitian-Creole, Russian) are highly desirable. 

Proficiency in Zoom, Google Docs, Microsoft 365. 

Internship Benefits 

$1,000 stipend per semester. 

Hands-on experience in youth development and immigrant support services. 

Professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities. 

A meaningful chance to make an impact in the lives of refugee and immigrant youth.