Washington DC Elementary Reading Tutor Part Time (Monday-Friday) (47646)

Reading Assist • Washington, DC

152d • $900 - $900 • Onsite

About The Position

Reading Assist is seeking fellows to serve in an elementary school to provide reading instruction to students in kindergarten through fifth grade who face significant reading challenges. Fellows teach foundational reading skills to students who struggle to read through traditional classroom education. Fellows work with up to 6-18 students for 30-45 minutes each day (1:1 or 2:1 sessions) and are supported by a Program Manager for support and feedback, as well as biweekly visits at your school. The Reading Assist Fellowship, an AmeriCorps program, requires 900 service hours for part-time Fellows to be completed between October 5th, 2026, and June 30th, 2027. Fellows begin with four weeks of full-time, graduate-level training and then are embedded into high-needs elementary schools. Fellows transform the lives of students who struggle with foundational reading skills.

Requirements

• Commit to a school year of service from October 5th, 2026, to June 30th, 2027.
• Serve Monday-Friday from approximately 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. in a Reading Assist partner school.
• Attend the 4-weeks in-person training starting on October 5th, 2026, Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm.
• Pass assessments and complete homework as assigned during training.
• Work with children in K-5, including children who may have behavioral challenges in addition to academic needs.
• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien.
• Must be responsive to emails and other communications.
• Submit to background checks and fingerprinting.
• Must have a computer (laptop, tablet, or desktop).
• Must be proficient in or prepared to learn Google Drive, Zoom, PowerPoint, and email.

Nice To Haves

• Have completed a college degree (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Teach foundational reading skills to students in kindergarten through fifth grade who struggle to read through traditional classroom education.
• Work with up to 6-18 students for 30-45 minutes each day (1:1 or 2:1 sessions).
• Prepare lesson plans tailored to the individual needs of the student.
• Work with a Program Manager to provide individualized instruction.
• Meet with a Program Manager regularly to discuss the implementation of intervention and student progress.
• Monitor student progress and input data.
• Communicate with Program Manager, school liaisons, and Reading Assist staff members in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain records as required, including student attendance and AmeriCorps service hours.
• Become an integral member of the school community.
• Engage in peer-to-peer outreach and attend recruitment fairs alongside Reading Assist staff to share your experience as a Fellow as part of professional development.
• Attend all Reading Assist training sessions and events.
• Participate in all AmeriCorps trainings, events, and projects.

Benefits

• Stipend of $900/month
• AmeriCorps program benefits (specifics not detailed)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree