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How much do academic mentor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for academic mentor in the United States is $55,572.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,500.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an academic mentor?

Academic mentors are experienced individuals who support, guide, and advise students or mentees in their academic journey. They help students set goals, develop effective study habits, and overcome academic challenges. Academic mentors may also provide encouragement, share resources, and assist with time management and organization. Their role is to empower students to reach their full academic potential.

How does an academic mentor typically collaborate with teachers and support staff to enhance student success?

Academic Mentors often work closely with teachers and support staff by sharing insights about students’ progress, discussing tailored intervention strategies, and co-developing academic plans. Regular meetings and open communication ensure everyone is aligned on student needs, allowing mentors to reinforce classroom learning during one-on-one or small group sessions. This collaborative approach fosters a supportive environment where students can receive consistent guidance, encouragement, and targeted support, ultimately improving their academic outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an academic mentor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Academic Mentor, you need a solid understanding of educational principles, subject matter expertise, and often a relevant degree or teaching experience. Familiarity with learning management systems, academic assessment tools, and tutoring platforms is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to motivate and guide students are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies are essential for effectively supporting student learning, fostering academic growth, and helping mentees overcome challenges.

What is the difference between Academic Mentor vs Academic Tutor?

AspectAcademic MentorAcademic Tutor
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree; experience in education or mentoringUsually a bachelor's degree; specialized knowledge in subject area
Work EnvironmentMentoring sessions, schools, colleges, or online platformsOne-on-one or group tutoring sessions, often in academic centers or online
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, non-profits, online mentoring programsSchools, tutoring centers, private clients, online tutoring platforms

While both roles involve supporting students academically, an Academic Mentor focuses on guiding students through academic challenges, providing motivation, and developing skills, whereas an Academic Tutor primarily helps students improve in specific subjects through direct instruction and practice.

How much do academic mentors get paid?

Academic mentors typically earn between $12 and $20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the organization. Some positions may offer stipends or part-time schedules, especially in educational or tutoring settings.
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Infographic showing various Academic Mentor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,572 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Commit to Serve Your City Year! (Full Pay/Benefits - Academic Mentor)

Washington, DC • On-site

City Year
Non-Profits • 1 - 5K employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 12 days ago


City Year rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Student success coach and mentor (entry level,

paid, full-time)

City Year AmeriCorps Member

About City Year

City Year, an AmeriCorps program, helps students across schools succeed. Teams

of City Year AmeriCorps members provide support to students, classrooms and the

whole school, helping to ensure that students in schools receive a high-quality

education that prepares them with the skills and mindset to thrive and contribute

to their community.

What You’ll Do

As a City Year AmeriCorps member, your service will focus on coaching and

mentoring elementary, middle and/or high school students. You will help these

students earn academic success, improve their attendance, and develop positive

behaviors at school. You will plan and monitor individual student progress and

work with teachers on whole class instruction, breakout spaces and other in-class

student assistance.

Role and Responsibilities

Experience in all these tasks is not necessary. We provide 2-4 weeks of training at

the beginning of the year to support you. Plus, you will work with partner teachers

and school staff every step of the way.

Support academic coaching and interpersonal development for students:

· Work with identified students 1:1 and in small groups

· Develop literacy and/or math skills varying learning activities by student level,

answering student questions and encouraging assignment completion

· Create and implement a behavior management system for students

· Develop interpersonal skills throughout their day, using proven strategies of

learning, practicing, reflection and repetition

· Collaborate with teachers and team members to collect, record, analyze and

monitor individual student progress, participating in facilitated reviews of student

data collected and entered into City Year’s student data system· Create an engaging, safe and healthy classroom space in collaboration with the teacher

Support Whole School initiatives to increase engagement with students and

families:

· Support and/or conduct extended day and virtual programming for students

before, during and after school including, but not limited to, academic enrichment

and intervention, homework support, recreation and student clubs, service

learning, and leadership development

· Create, support and/or co-lead events or programs that recognize and appreciate

student growth and/or achievement in math, literacy, attendance, and behavior

City Year benefits

You will receive:

· Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· Curalinc Employee Assistance Program

· Talkspace Therapy Program

· Free 3-year membership to Happier

· Benefit Advocate Center

· Bi-weekly living stipend

· Workers’ compensation

· Relocation support

· Benefits specific to City Year location

· Career and University partnerships and scholarships

· City Year / AmeriCorps Uniform parts

AmeriCorps and other federally-issued benefits

You will be eligible for:

· Segal AmeriCorps Education Award*

· Child care benefits paid by AmeriCorps

· Loan forbearance and interest accrual payments for qualified student loans

· Time accrual toward the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan

Forgiveness Program, (see Reduction of Education Costs)

· Income-based Loan Repayment Plan (IBR)Eligibility Requirements

City Year AmeriCorps members are as varied as the communities we serve. We’re

looking for you if you want to build yourself, give back and are ready to change the

world.

· Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident (Authorization to work in the U.S. is

not sufficient. Those with DACA status unfortunately are not eligible at this time)

· Be 17-25 by July 1, 2025

· Have a GED or high school diploma, some college experience, or college degree

· Have served no more than three terms in an AmeriCorps state or national

program*

· Agree to and complete a background check

· Be able to begin City Year by July/August 2025 (specific start date varies by location)

How to Apply

Visit https://joincityyear.force.com/TX_CommunitiesSelfReg and submit your

completed application online.

For more information on how to apply, visit: https://www.cityyear.org/apply-now.

For more information about this role visit our website.


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About City Year

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City Year, an AmeriCorps program, helps students across schools succeed. Diverse teams of City Year AmeriCorps members provide support to students, classrooms and the whole school, helping to ensure that students in systematically under-resourced schools receive a high-quality education that prepares them with the skills and mindset to thrive and contribute to their community.

Industry

Non-profits

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Boston, MA, US

Year founded

1988