2026-27 Reading Assist Tutor - NJ

Member Duties

• Commit to a school year of service from Aug/Sept/Oct 2026 to June 2027, serving M-F or Tu-Th from approx. 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., or M-F from approx. 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in schools.
• Become an integral member of the AmeriCorps community and participate in all AmeriCorps trainings, events, and projects.
• Teach students in schools according to the Reading Assist program (1:1, 2:1, or combination): Prepare lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
• Work with a Program Manager to provide individualized instruction.
• Meet with Program Manager regularly to discuss intervention and student progress.
• Monitor student progress and input data.
• Communicate with Program Manager, school liaisons, and Reading Assist staff members in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain records as required, including student attendance and AmeriCorps hours.

Program Benefits

• Relocation Allowance
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Training
• Living Allowance
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Health Coverage

Terms & Conditions

• Recommended
• Permits working at another job during off hours

Service Areas

Education, Children/Youth

Skills

None

Summary

The Reading Assist Fellowship, an AmeriCorps program, requires 675-1200 service hours to be completed between August 24, 2026, to June 30, 2027. Fellows receive time off for all school holidays and breaks. The Reading Assist service year only requires 675-1200 hours, leaving ample time for part-time work to supplement living allowance. You may earn additional pay through Reading Assist's after-school tutoring, pending availability.

Contact

Tinesha Sykes
100 W 10th St
Wilmington DE 19801
302-485-1937
tutor@readingassist.org
www.readingassist.org