[Hiring] Literacy Intervention Tutor @Academy of Art University School of Game Development

Role Description

Reading Partners is seeking responsible, patient, and motivated Federal Work Study students to support our one-on-one tutoring program. Using Reading Partners scripted, evidence-based curriculum, Online Literacy Tutors use our digital curriculum to work one-on-one with students via our online tutoring platform, using video conferencing. Online Literacy Tutors will provide tutoring for the following regions:

• North Texas
• Detroit
• Washington DC
• Newark
• New York
• South Carolina

Tutoring with Reading Partners requires absolutely no experience, as we provide all the necessary materials and the ongoing training and support of a Reading Partners team member who is remote with the students.

We are seeking Federal Work Study candidates who reside within one of these regions that are dedicated to making a significant and permanent impact on the youth of these communities to apply for our Literacy Intervention Tutor position, where you will tutor students one-on-one and assist the Reading Partners Program Coordinator with administrative support.

Opportunities are available Monday-Thursday from 8 am - 5 pm (hours vary depending on school site). We are currently seeking FWS tutors who can commit to working between 10-15 hours/week.

Qualifications

• Eligible for Federal Work Study
• Interest in interacting effectively with diverse student populations
• Ability to work independently or with limited supervision

Requirements

• Tutor one-on-one with elementary school students reading below grade level, following our structured curriculum
• Track student progress using Reading Partners tools
• Complete routine check-ins with a Reading Partners team member
• Perform administrative duties as needed
• Attend Reading Partners orientation and training
• Commitment to your students and tutoring schedule with consistent availability Monday through Thursday (between 8am-5pm)
• Patience and empathy for students while holding high expectations
• Willingness and eagerness to learn and receive coaching
• Access to reliable Wi-Fi, PC, Mac, or Chromebook computer with a functioning webcam, microphone, and headphones with a microphone for remote tutoring
• Abiding by our Tutor Code of Conduct
• A Live scan Background Check

Benefits

• A meaningful way to get involved in your local community
• A structured, easy-to-follow curriculum
• A direct pipeline to non-profit and education professions through Reading Partners AmeriCorps
• Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour
• Work Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week
• Length of Employment: The student's starting term at the Academy of Art University through graduation
• Academy of Art University offers part-time employees paid sick leave