America Reads Tutor

Eastern Kentucky University; Richmond; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University is seeking a part-time America Reads Tutor to assist K-5 students under teacher supervision at the Richmond Campus. The position requires working in two-hour blocks between 8 am and 3 pm on weekdays, with one-on-one or small-group tutoring and transportation responsibilities for the employee.

Eligible EKU students must qualify for Federal Work Study; sponsorship is not offered. This role is 10–20 hours per week with a wage of $10–$15 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at EKU and eligible for Federal Work Study.

Responsibilities

• Work with elementary-aged children in grades K-5 under a classroom teacher.
• Tutor one-on-one or in small groups for two-hour blocks between 8 am and 3 pm, Mon–Fri.
• Provide transportation to and from the work site if hired.

Job description

Title: America Reads Tutor

Position Type: Student

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 30R003 - StudentSuccess,Outreach&Opportunity

Division: 5R0000 - Student Success,Opportunity&Engage

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type:Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Hours Per Week: 10-20

Posted Salary Grade:$10 - $15 per hour

Contact Person: Cooper Howard

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Applications will be continuously accepted until all positions have been filled. The student employee will work with elementary-aged children grades K-5 under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher. The tutor will work one on one or with small groups of children. Tutor MUST be able to work in at least two-hour blocks between 8 am to 3 pm on agreed upon days between Monday and Friday. Locations include Model Lab and public elementary schools. (Note: This position is not for clerical duties. Also, if hired the applicant must provide their own transportation to and from the work site). APPLICANT MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR FEDERAL WORK STUDY. Please review your financial aid on myEKU to see if you have been awarded Federal Work Study. If you believe you should have received Federal Work Study and did not, please contact Big E Central.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at EKU and eligible for Federal Work Study.

Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Advertised: 20 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 20 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time