Reading Tutor - Teacher in Training Program - Princeton Intermediate

Ampact; Princeton (MN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education awards

Job summary

Reading Corps, powered by Ampact, seeks Teacher in Training to support students at a local school while pursuing a master’s degree through the University of Minnesota.

You’ll tutor for 20 minutes daily, complete university coursework over two years, and grow professionally with coaching as part of AmeriCorps service.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in University of Minnesota Grow Your Own Teacher Program.
• Dependable with a history of good attendance.
• Ability to follow instructions and apply feedback.
• Proficient with basic computer skills (email, online navigation).
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing).
• 18+ years old with a bachelor's degree.
• US citizenship, national, or permanent resident status.
• Able to successfully complete a background check.

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 on-site 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

GYO Program enrollment

Dependable with good attendance

Follow instructions & feedback

Basic computer skills

English fluent

Bachelor's degree required

US citizenship or residency

Background check required

Education

Bachelor's degree

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 Teacher in Training and you’ll spend your days at a local school helping students improve their skills while simultaneously pursuing your master's degree in education through the University of Minnesota. With hands‑on support and coaching, we’ll prepare you to become a great educator and help kids succeed!

How does it work? Every school day you’ll see pairs of students for 20 minutes of reading practice. You’ll also complete 36 hours of university coursework, field experience, and student teaching over the course of two years.

This position is made possible through a partnership between the University of Minnesota's Grow Your Own Teacher Program and Reading Corps. Any information you provide on this application and throughout the interview and selection process will be shared with both organizations.

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 on-site 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:

• Enrolled in the University of Minnesota Grow Your Own Teacher Program
• Dependable and hav 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 speakng, reading, and writing
• 18 years of age or older with a bachelor's degree
• A citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
• Able to succesfully 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

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/.

About our Organization

Reading Corpsis powered by incredibleAmeriCorpsmembers who serve as tutors. As one of the largest high-impact tutoring programs in the country, Reading Corps has already helped more than 400,000 students! Reading Corps is administered byAmpact, a nonprofit organization,and fueled by research from SeveMinnesota'sNational Science + Service Collaborative.

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