About Reading Corps
Reading Corps is a high-impact tutoring program rooted in the science of reading for students in grades K-3. 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.
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.
- Be a caring adult who’s focused on helping children 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 in data software
- Commit to your own growth through coaching and training
- Share your experience with the community
Essential Qualifications
- 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
- Ability to succesfully complete a background check
- “It’s gratifying that my work might have made a difference.” – Kris, Reading Corps tutor
- “I saw the support my son received from his tutors, and the relationship was very special. I know if I could help someone’s child in their academic journey, I wanted to do so in return.” – Sara, Reading Corps tutor in Forest Lake
- “Having a strong desire to pursue a career in education, I believed this would be a great opportunity to pursue relevant tutoring experience and a chance to develop my skills working with multiple age groups.” – Reggie, Reading Corps tutor
AmeriCorps members also love serving with Reading Corps because in Reading Corps, they can:
- Build relationships with children and help them improve their skills
- Connect to the community and professionals in the education field
- Gain experience in a school setting that enhances their resume
- Earn money for student loans or future education expenses
- Have a chance to be a part of a successful, research-based program
- Through the MNGOT (Minnesota Grown your Own Teacher) Program, you can earn a master’s degree and an elementary teaching license through the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities with approximately $10,000 in tuition assistance. This program is available to AmeriCorps members with a bachelor’s degree and who have at least two remaining years of AmeriCorps service. (AmeriCorps members can serve up to four terms of service total).
- Members can take virtual classes through the MNGOT Program and will only need to be in-person for class once a month. Any participant who lives in Greater MN will get hotel accommodations during their monthly in-person visit to the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities campus.
- Reach out to CareerPathways@ampact.us for more information.
Interested in our other AmeriCorps programs? Check out our program list or take our service quiz.
Reading Corps is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education. This does not necessarily represent the policy of or endorsement by the State of Minnesota.
