Reading Tutor

Ampact; Fitchburg (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Child care assistance

Member assistance program

Education benefits

Job summary

A Reading Tutor position with Reading Corps at Ampact involves working in local schools to help students improve reading skills. You’ll deliver proven activities and be coached along the way, guiding pairs of students for 20 minutes of practice each school day.

Full-time AmeriCorps roles run about 35 hours per week with daytime hours, Monday through Friday. Benefits include health insurance, childcare assistance, and education benefits.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing.
• Proficient with basic computer skills (email, web).
• Dependable with a history of good attendance.
• Able to follow instructions and improve based on feedback.

Responsibilities

• Be a caring adult 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 English

Basic computer skills

Dependable

Good attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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!

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 a background check

Schedule

We are currently hiring for the 2026-27 school year. Positions run August 2026–June 2027.

• 35 hours per week (less in weeks with holidays or school release days)
• Daytime hours (corresponding with school start and end times)
• Monday-Friday (no weekends)
• Time off on holidays and school release days

Part-time positions are also available at 25 hours per week!

AmeriCorps positions include a total service-hour commitment for the program year. Most hours are completed through regular site-based service; members work with program staff to plan their schedule and may occasionally complete approved service or training outside of the school day as needed.

Pay & Benefits

Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks. Compensation: $15.75 per hour served and additional perks!

• Free individual health insurance – monthly premium 100% covered
• Child care assistance – based on family size and income
• Member assistance program

Plus, great education benefits, including:

• Up to $5,175.50 for college tuition or student loans (tutors 55+ can transfer this award to a qualified family member)
• Federal student loan forbearance (payment pause) and interest repayment
• Time accrual toward the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program