2026-2027 America Reads/America Counts Afterschool Tutor

Merc Mercer; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

Merc Mercer is seeking a Tutor for the 2026-2027 America Reads/America Counts program in Macon. The position involves enhancing the reading and math skills of K-8 students through afterschool programs.

As an ARAC tutor, you’ll control your tutoring schedule and participate in required trainings. Ideal candidates should be Mercer students with a federal work-study award, and have a civic mindset and ability to work with diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Must be available to tutor after school for a minimum of two hours per week and a maximum of 20 hours.
• Ability to pass a background check for the Bibb County School District.
• Previous experience working with children in a mentoring or tutoring capacity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend scheduled tutoring sessions.
• Complete required training and meetings.
• Update accountability logs and submit timesheets on time.

Skills

Civic mindset

Ability to work with diverse communities

Multitasking

Time management

Prioritizing work assignments

Education

Enrolled Mercer student with federal work-study award

Job description

## 2026-2027 America Reads/America Counts Afterschool TutorApplylocations: Macon Campusposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR103912# **Application Instructions:****Active Student Employees:** If you are a current Student Employee or have previously worked in a student position, you must apply from your existing **Workday** account. **Do not apply from the external careers website**. Log in to **Workday** and type **Find Jobs in the search**. Locate the position and click **Apply**.**External Applicants:** Please upload your **resume** on the **Apply** screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the **My Information** page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and fully complete all sections of the application. ***You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it*.****Job Family:**Student Work Study**Department:**Center for Leadership and Volunteerism**Supervisor:**Margaret Rooyakkers**Job Title:**2026-2027 America Reads/America Counts Afterschool Tutor**Job Description:**The America Reads/America Counts (ARAC) tutoring program is designed to enhance the reading and math skills of Kindergarten-8th grade students in Macon-Bibb County. ARAC tutors are compensated through federal work-study funds and receive coordination and training from Mercer University’s Center for Community Engagement and ARAC program partners.ARAC tutors provide one-on-one and/or small-group instruction to their tutees. ARAC tutors control their schedules each semester by selecting their preferred afterschool program(s), as well as their preferred day(s) and time(s) of tutoring. The ARAC tutor's schedule remains consistent for the duration of the semester*.*Responsibilities of an ARAC tutor include* attending scheduled tutoring sessions* attending all required trainings and meetings* updating accountability logs and submitting timesheets on time in Canvas, Workday, and BearPulse* participating consistently in follow-up, documentation, and evaluation activitiesRequirements:**Must be an enrolled Mercer student with a federal work-study award.** Must be available to tutor during the school day or after school (3:30-6 pm) for a minimum of two hours per week and a maximum of 20 hours per week. Must be able to pass a background check for the Bibb County School District or nonprofit partner.The ideal ARAC tutor should possess a civic mindset, the ability to work with diverse communities, and a willingness to discuss issues such as cultural competency, racial equity, implicit bias, and other topics related to educational and social justice. Previous experience working with children in a mentoring or tutoring capacity is preferred, but not required. ARAC tutors should be competent in multitasking, time management, and prioritizing work assignments.**Pay rate: $16.00/hour to $17.00/hour, Depends on ARAC Experience and Good Standing with the Position**Any questions about the ARAC job can be emailed to Margaret Rooyakkers, the Assistant Director of Service and Civic Engagement at Rooyakkers\[e-mail].**Scheduled Hours:**10**Start Date:**08/31/2026**End Date:**06/30/2027