4th-5th Grade Reading Tutor - Bridgewater Elementary

Ampact; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 11,160 - 15,624; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend every two weeks

Education awards

Job summary

Ampact's Reading Corps is seeking a Reading Tutor to support students at a local school in Minnesota. You'll deliver proven reading activities, coach students, and follow a structured schedule with 20-minute sessions each school day.

You'll receive training and ongoing coaching, helping students grow their reading skills while staying engaged with the community and program goals.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable with good attendance.
• Able to follow instructions and act on feedback.
• Proficient in basic computer skills (email and online navigation).
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing).
• 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States.
• Able to complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Be a caring adult who's 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 your own growth through coaching and training
• Share your experience with the community

Skills

Fluent in English

Dependable

Good attendance

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Students who read have the power to succeed, and we’re on a mission to make sure every student is a strong reader!

Join Reading Corps as a Reading Tutor and you’ll spend your days at a local school helping students improve their skills. We’ll train you to deliver proven activities and coach you every step of the way!

How does it work? Every school day you’ll see pairs of students for 20 minutes of reading practice. When your time together is up, you’ll help your students return to their classroom(s) and pick up your next pair for tutoring. You’ll repeat until all your students are served.

With the extra attention and support, incredible growth happens. As your students build their skills and confidence, you’ll be there to encourage, celebrate, and cheer them on!

Want to learn more?Watch this 2-minute videoand see what it’s like to be a tutor. Orclick hereto view the position description.

Core Responsibilities

• Be a caring adult who's 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 your own growth through coaching and training
• Share your experience with the community

Essential Qualifications

By the time you begin your service with Reading Corps, you should be:

• Dependable and have a history of good attendance
• Able to follow instructions and make improvements based on feedback
• Proficient in basic computer skills (like email and navigating online)
• Fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing
• 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent
• A citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
• Able to successfully complete abackground check

Compensation & Perks Package

Full-timeAmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our stipend amounts and education awards:https://join.readingandmath.org/or click here toLearn more.

About our Organization

Reading Corpsis powered byAmeriCorpsmembers who serve as tutors. As one of the largest high-impact tutoring programs in the country, Reading Corps has already helped almost 400,000 students!

Reading Corps is administered by the nonprofit organizationAmpactand fueled by research from SeveMinnesota’sNational Science + Service Collaborative.

Ampact will not discriminate for or against any AmeriCorps service member or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or parental status, familial status, military service, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.

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