Reading Tutor - Empower Students to Thrive (AmeriCorps)

Ampact; Village of Freeport (NY); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AmeriCorps stipend

Education award eligibility

Job summary

Ampact is seeking Reading Tutors for Reading Corps to help students improve reading skills in local New York schools. You’ll deliver proven activities, be coached every step, and tutor pairs for 20 minutes daily, guiding growth and confidence.

Programs include ongoing training, a clear schedule, and a biweekly AmeriCorps stipend. This is a school-based role requiring English fluency, 18+ years, and a background check.

Qualifications

• Dependable with good attendance and reliability throughout the program.
• Able to follow instructions and adapt based on feedback.
• Basic computer skills including email and online navigation.
• Fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing.
• Able to pass a background check.
• 18+ years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• US citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Be a caring adult focused on helping children thrive.
• Lead tutoring sessions on a schedule to provide student support.
• Track student progress and meet with on-site coach regularly.
• Conduct skill assessments and enter scores in data software.
• Commit to personal growth through coaching and training.
• Share your experience with the community.

Skills

Dependable attendance

Follow instructions

Basic computer skills

Fluent English

Background check ready

18 years or older

US citizen or eligible

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ampact is seeking Reading Tutors for Reading Corps to help students improve reading skills in local New York schools. You’ll deliver proven activities, be coached every step, and tutor pairs for 20 minutes daily, guiding growth and confidence.

Programs include ongoing training, a clear schedule, and a biweekly AmeriCorps stipend. This is a school-based role requiring English fluency, 18+ years, and a background check.