Literacy Tutor (Elementary) - Off Campus Work Study

Wisconsinhistory; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Goodman Community Center is seeking local Work Study students to tutor elementary readers as part of a literacy program in Madison. The role supports students through tutoring sessions with trained tutors.

The position requires work-study funds for 6 hours per week at $17/hour for the Jan 27–Apr 30 window. Training is provided and availability is Tue/Wed/Thu afternoons.

Qualifications

• Work-study REQUIRED; must have enough funds to cover the semester (6 hours/week at $17/hour).
• No formal background in education required; training and ongoing support provided.
• Open to working with elementary youth individually and in small groups.
• Background check free of convictions as required by Goodman Community Center.
• Interest in supporting students in literacy and building trusting relationships.

Responsibilities

• Tutor elementary students in literacy in partnership with trained tutors.
• Consult with Goodman Literacy Specialist for resources and support.
• Monitor student reading growth through daily observation and group discussion.
• Select and prepare appropriate on-site literacy materials based on students' needs.
• Model positive behavior and build supportive relationships.
• Commit to the entire program duration and attend all trainings and tutoring sessions.
• First 6 weeks are seminar; last 8 weeks are practicum with ongoing training.

Skills

Tutoring

Literacy support

Work-study

Job description

Job No: 511687 – Division/Organization: Community Partners – Department: Goodman Community Center – Job Type: Local Work Study Student Jobs – Remote Eligibility: Not Remote – Location: Goodman Community Center – Salary/Wage: $17.00 per hour – Number of Positions: 10 – Anticipated Start: 2 September 2026 – Anticipated End: 10 December 2026 – Anticipated Hours: 6-10 hours per week – Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 3:00‑5:00 pm

Department Overview

Goodman Community Center has served a diverse group of neighbors and families for 70 years. Located in the Schenk‑Atwood neighborhood, we serve most individuals on the North or East side of Madison. We reach over 30,000 people annually through programming for children and youth ages 3‑18, a food pantry, a fitness center, community meeting spaces, and programming for older adults. Our mission is to strengthen lives and secure futures. Our vision is a community that thrives because everyone is valued, feels safe, and has the resources they need to be successful. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility and prioritize recruiting and retaining BIPOC professionals.

Qualifications

• No formal background in education or tutoring required – training and ongoing support provided.
• Work‑study REQUIRED. Must have enough work‑study to cover the semester (6 hours per week at $17/hour from Jan 27 to Apr 30). Goodman cannot pay wages if the student no longer has work‑study funds.
• Must be open to working with elementary youth individually and in small groups.
• Background check free of convictions for serious offenses, as required by Goodman Community Center.
• Interest in supporting students in literacy; ability to communicate sensitivity, respect, and understanding; ability to establish and maintain a trusting relationship with elementary youth and co‑tutors; adaptively respond to students’ needs and strengths.

Position Summary / Job Duties

• In partnership with trained tutors, use provided tools and activities to tutor elementary students in literacy.
• Consult with Goodman Literacy Specialist for resources and support with struggling students.
• Monitor student reading growth through daily observation and group conversation/reflection.
• Select and prepare appropriate on‑site literacy materials/texts based on students’ most pressing needs.
• Model appropriate behavior and build positive relationships.
• Commit to the entire duration of the program, attending all training and tutoring sessions.
• First 6 weeks are seminar (training as a large group); last 8 weeks are practicum, where tutors continue to train while working with youth.

Physical Demands

Classroom‑based work.

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