Chester Elementary Reading Tutor Part Time (46638)

Reading Assist; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading Assist is seeking fellows to serve in an elementary school to provide reading instruction to students in kindergarten through third grade who face significant reading challenges. Fellows teach foundational reading skills to students who struggle to read through traditional classroom education.

Fellows work with up to 6-18 students for 30-45 minutes each day (1:1 or 2:1 sessions) and are supported by a Program Manager for guidance and biweekly school visits.

Qualifications

• Be able to teach foundational reading skills to students in K-5.
• Demonstrate patience, resilience, and professionalism.
• Be open to feedback and able to work with diverse learners.
• Must be responsive to emails and communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide reading instruction to students in kindergarten through third grade who struggle with reading.
• Teach sessions 30–45 minutes, 1:1 or 2:1, daily Monday–Friday within a Reading Assist partner school.
• Work with a Program Manager for guidance and feedback and participate in biweekly school visits.
• Monitor student progress and input data to track improvements and outcomes.
• Attend all Reading Assist training sessions and events and complete assessments during training.

Skills

Reading instruction

Student support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Drive

Zoom

PowerPoint

Email

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Chester, PA 19013 Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Become a Reading Assist Fellow and spend a school year of service working with struggling readers. With your help, one more child can embark on a path to success in reading.

Please note that we will not be able to move forward with your application until we receive your resume.

What will I do?

Reading Assist is seeking fellows to serve in an elementary school to provide reading instruction to students in kindergarten through third grade who face significant reading challenges. Fellows teach foundational reading skills to students who struggle to read through traditional classroom education.

Fellows work with up to 6-18 students for 30-45 minutes each day (1:1 or 2:1 sessions) and are supported by a Program Manager for support and feedback, as well as biweekly visits at your school.

The Reading Assist Fellowship, an AmeriCorps program, requires 900 service hours for part‑time Fellows to be completed between August 24, 2026, and June 30, 2027.

Fellows begin with three weeks of full‑time, graduate‑level training and then are embedded into high‑needs elementary schools. Fellows transform the lives of students who struggle with foundational reading skills.

Expectations

We seek passionate, capable tutors willing to serve the students and the community. You do not need teaching experience, but you must be ready to commit to students for one school year.

• Commit to a school year of service from August 24, 2026 to June 30, 2027, serving Monday‑Friday from approximately 8:00am to 1:00pm or Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from approximately 8:00am to 3:30pm in one Reading Assist partner school.
• Attend the 4‑weeks in‑person training that runs Monday to Friday 9:00am to 3:30pm.
• Throughout training you will be required to pass assessments and complete homework as assigned.
• Work with children in K‑5, including children who may have behavioral challenges in addition to academic needs.
• Become an integral member of the AmeriCorps community and participate in all AmeriCorps trainings, events, and projects.
• Attend all Reading Assist training sessions and events.
• Teach students in schools according to the Reading Assist Intervention program:
  • Prepare lesson plans tailored to the individual needs of the student.
  • Work with a Program Manager to provide individualized instruction.
  • Meet with a Program Manager regularly to discuss the implementation of the intervention and student progress.
  • Monitor student progress and input data.
  • Communicate with Program Manager, school liaisons, and Reading Assist staff members in a timely and professional manner.
  • Maintain records as required, including student attendance and AmeriCorps hours.
• Become an integral member of the school community.
• Engage in peer‑to‑peer outreach and attend recruitment fairs alongside Reading Assist staff to share your experience as a Fellow as part of professional development.

* Fellows follow their assigned school’s schedule, including school breaks and holidays.

Qualifications

Reading Assist Fellows should exhibit the following competencies:

• Be able to blend, segment, and manipulate sounds within words.
• Show an interest in literacy, education, and community service.
• Demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and professionalism.
• Maintain a patient and flexible mindset.
• Be open to constructive feedback.
• Complete an AmeriCorps application.
• Submit to background checks and fingerprinting.
• Must be responsive to emails and other communications.
• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien.
• Have completed a college degree (preferred).
• Must be proficient or prepared to learn with Google Drive, Zoom, PowerPoint, and email.
• Must have a computer (laptop, tablet, or desktop).

Reading Assist is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. There is no discrimination on the basis of age, ability, race, religion or belief, military service, gender, or sexual orientation. We expect every member of our community to do their part to maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included.