Reading Tutor
About The Position
Reading Corps Reading Tutors serve at local schools, helping students improve their reading skills through trained, evidence-based activities and ongoing coaching. Tutors work with pairs of students for 20 minutes at a time throughout each school day, following a schedule until all assigned students have been served. They encourage students as they build reading skills and confidence, track progress, conduct assessments, and enter scores into data software. The role includes regular meetings with the school's onsite coach and participation in training and coaching to support the tutor's own growth. The organization is hiring for the 2026–27 school year. Positions run January 2027 through June 2027. The listed schedule is 32 hours per week, with fewer hours during weeks with holidays or school release days; part-time positions at 25 and 15 hours per week are also available. Hours are during the day and correspond with school start and end times, Monday through Friday, with no weekends. Tutors have time off on holidays and school release days.
Requirements
- Dependable, with a history of good attendance.
- Able to follow instructions and make improvements based on feedback.
- Proficient in basic computer skills, such as email and navigating online.
- Fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing.
- At least 18 years old by the time service begins.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
- Able to successfully complete a background check.
Responsibilities
- Be a caring adult focused on helping students thrive.
- Lead tutoring sessions and follow a schedule so students receive support.
- Track student progress and meet regularly with the school's onsite coach.
- Conduct skill assessments and enter student scores into data software.
- Commit to personal growth through coaching and training.
- Share the tutoring experience with the community.
Benefits
- Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a stipend paycheck every two weeks; compensation is $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 aged 55 or older can transfer this 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
