Reading Tutor
About The Position
Reading Corps is hiring Reading Tutors to help students improve their reading skills at local schools. Tutors receive training to deliver evidence-based activities and ongoing coaching. On each school day, tutors work with pairs of students for 20-minute reading practice sessions, follow a schedule to serve all assigned students, and help students return to their classrooms between sessions. Tutors encourage students as they build reading skills and confidence. The position is for the 2026–27 school year, with service running from January 2027 through June 2027. Full-time members serve 32 hours per week, with fewer hours during weeks that include holidays or school release days. Daytime hours correspond with school schedules, Monday through Friday, with no weekends and time off on holidays and school release days. Part-time positions of 25 and 15 hours per week are also available. Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a stipend of $19 per hour served, paid every two weeks. Benefits include individual health insurance with the monthly premium fully covered, income- and family-size-based child care assistance, a member assistance program, education awards of up to $1,956.35 for college tuition or student loans, federal student loan forbearance and interest repayment, and time accrued toward the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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, including 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 by the time service begins.
- 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.
- 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.
- Participate in coaching and training to support personal growth.
- Share tutoring experience with the community.
Benefits
- Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks at $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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
