Early Learning Tutor

Ampact • Albert Lea, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Early Learning Corps is hiring tutors to serve in pre-kindergarten classrooms and help young students build early literacy and math skills, confidence, and a love of learning. Working in partnership with a teacher, tutors deliver learning activities such as talking, reading, writing, singing, and playing with students. Early Learning Corps provides training and ongoing coaching. Positions are for the 2026–27 school year, running January 2027 through June 2027. Full-time positions are 32 hours per week, with fewer hours during weeks with holidays or school release days; part-time positions are also available at 25 and 15 hours per week. Work takes place during daytime school hours, Monday through Friday, with holidays and school release days off.

Requirements

• Be dependable and have a history of good attendance.
• Be able to follow instructions and make improvements based on feedback.
• Have basic computer skills, such as using email and navigating online.
• Be fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing.
• Be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
• Successfully complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Be a caring adult focused on helping students thrive.
• Support preschoolers with learning activities throughout the day.
• Track student progress and meet regularly with the school's onsite coach.
• Conduct skill assessments and enter student scores into tracking software.
• Commit to personal growth through coaching and training.
• Share the tutoring experience with the community.

Benefits

• Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks, with compensation of $19 per hour served.
• Free individual health insurance with the monthly premium 100% covered.
• Child care assistance based on family size and income.
• Member assistance program.
• Up to $1,956.35 for college tuition or student loans; tutors age 55 and older may transfer the award to a qualified family member.
• Federal student loan forbearance and interest repayment.
• Time accrual toward the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Time off on holidays and school release days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED