Mission: REACH Prep provides access to transformative educational experiences that empower underserved, high-achieving students to graduate from top colleges and emerge as the next generation of leaders.

Prep Academy Summer Academic Advisor

REACH Prep seeks applicants who are passionate about expanding educational opportunities for underserved students. The Summer Academic Advisor will play a teaching, advisory, and administrative role at our Prep Academy program for the youngest scholars: rising fifth and sixth-graders. As a member of our hardworking team, this position will be directly involved in preparing highly talented and motivated students for independent schools and ultimately college graduation. This internship is well-suited to someone who cares deeply about education and wants to make a tangible, positive difference in children's lives.

The Summer Academic Advisor will be responsible for a variety of tasks and projects, including the following:

• Teaching an advisory curriculum based on the academic and social needs of students
• Creating thoughtful, engaging, and age-appropriate activities for the scholars
• Collaborating with Prep Academy faculty in a challenging and supportive environment
• Actively participating in weekly faculty meetings to discuss scholar progress with REACH Prep’s CEO, the Director of Prep Academy, teachers, and fellow advisors
• Clerical/administrative tasks
• Supervising scholars during academic and free periods (recess, lunch)
• Classroom management

Qualifications & Eligibility:

• Currently enrolled in college or graduate school
• Strong academic record and excellent writing skills
• Strong work ethic and exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Flexible, ready to take initiative, and equipped to problem solve
• Spanish fluency is a plus
• Applicants with technology skills are desired (e.g., familiarity with Chromebooks, Google Suite, Google Classroom, Smart Boards, and video editing applications)

Application & Deadline
Please submit the following electronically to Amanda Amiano, Assistant Director of Prep Academy, at aamiano@reachprep.org: cover letter, resume, and a letter of recommendation from either a recent professor or professional contact.

The application deadline is February 28, 2026

About REACH Prep

Since 1994, REACH Prep has helped motivated and talented Black and Latine students from underserved communities in Fairfield and Westchester Counties and the Bronx gain admission to and thrive in competitive independent schools. Upon placement, students benefit from a twelve-year educational continuum, including comprehensive academic enrichment, leadership training, and supplementary individual and family guidance, which prepares them to succeed at competitive colleges. REACH Prep accepts a small cohort of students during their fourth-grade year and supports them through graduation from college.

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