READ USA AmeriCorps AT Tutor Leader

The READ USA AmeriCorps Tutor Leader Program is dedicated to improving literacy rates among elementary students in Title 1 schools within Duval County. By providing book choice and ownership, one-to-one literacy tutoring, multicultural literacy programming, professional literacy development, and workforce development preparation, the program aims to enhance reading proficiency and reduce poverty. AmeriCorps Tutor Leaders play a crucial role in delivering high-quality reading lessons, mentoring peer tutors, and supporting students' literacy development. They receive comprehensive training in trust-based relational intervention methods and professional development, equipping them with the skills necessary to make a significant impact. The program focuses on building sustainable organizational infrastructure to expand READ USA’s services to new communities. Through their service, Tutor Leaders will help ensure over 50,000 elementary children, over 1,500 teens, and hundreds of teachers have access to essential literacy resources, ultimately contributing to the overall goal of solving illiteracy and improving community well-being.

Member Duties : Members will go through 3 days of initial training and will then be placed at an elementary school in Duval County. Members will deliver after school tutoring to students who are behind in reading. Duties include tutoring students, completing paperwork in a neat, organized, and timely manner, and working well in a team environment. Corps Members will receive workforce development training at regular intervals.

Program Benefits : Transportation Assistance , Living Allowance , Training , Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms

Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Uniforms provided and required .

Service Areas

Education .

Skills

Education .

SUMMARY

Program Type

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

READ USA AmeriCorps AT Tutor Leader

Program Start/End Date

01/04/2025 - 05/07/2026

Work Schedule

Part Time

Education level

Less than High school

Age Requirement

Minimum: 17 Maximum: 90

Program Locations

FLORIDA

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 10/22/2025 To 05/31/2026

Contact

Becky Nathanson

4019 Boulevard Center Drive

Jacksonville FL 32207

904-732-3872

becky@readusainc.com

www.readusainc.com

Listing ID

127820