Reading Tutor
About The Position
Reading Corps is hiring tutors to support students at local schools and help them improve their reading skills. Tutors receive training to deliver proven activities and ongoing coaching. Each school day, tutors work with pairs of students for 20 minutes of reading practice, help them return to their classrooms, and then move on to the next pair until all assigned students have been served. Tutors encourage students as they build reading skills and confidence. The position is for the 2026–27 school year, with service scheduled from January 2027 through May 2027. Full-time positions are 37.5 hours per week, with fewer hours during weeks that include holidays or school release days. Part-time positions of 27.5 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. AmeriCorps members have a total service-hour commitment for the program year; most hours are completed through regular site-based service, and members work with program staff to plan schedules. Approved service or training may occasionally take place outside the school day. Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks at $17.50 per hour served. Benefits include individual health insurance with the monthly premium fully covered, child care assistance based on family size and income, a member assistance program, and education benefits. Education benefits include 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, and time accrual toward the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Reading Corps is powered by AmeriCorps members and administered by Ampact, a nonprofit organization. The program is fueled by research from ServeMinnesota’s National Science + Service Collaborative. Ampact prohibits discrimination and harassment on the listed protected grounds and provides reasonable accommodation upon request.
Requirements
- Be dependable and have a history of good attendance.
- Be able to follow instructions and make improvements based on feedback.
- Be proficient in basic computer skills, such as 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 citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States.
- Be able to successfully complete a background check.
Responsibilities
- Be a caring adult focused on helping students thrive.
- Lead tutoring sessions and follow a schedule to ensure 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 experience with the community.
Benefits
- Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a stipend of $17.50 per hour served, paid every two weeks.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
