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LiteracyCorps: Powered by Reading Partners Tutor
AmeriCorps Service Opportunity Listing
Summary
Support elementary students through proven one-on-one tutoring in after-school and summer programs. Help young readers grow stronger, more skilled, and more confident.
Position Details
Program Type: AmeriCorps State/National
Service Term Type: Minimum-Time (300 hours)
Start Date: January 2026
End Date: December 2026
Schedule:
- Monday-Thursday
- 4:00pm-6:00pm
- ~ 9 hours/week
- 2 x (45 minute sessions 20 minutes planning)
Application Opens: December 2025
Application Closes: February 2026
Service Locations: Memphis, TN (After-School and Summer)
Number of Positions: 11
Age Requirement: 17
Program Description
Join LiteracyCorps and make a lasting difference in the lives of students across Memphis through Reading Partners, an evidence-based, one-on-one literacy tutoring program. As a LiteracyCorps Member, you’ll play an essential role in empowering young learners to strengthen their reading skills, build confidence, and unlock greater academic success.
Using a structured curriculum focused on phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, you’ll support elementary students during afterschool and summer programs—helping them grow as readers one session at a time. Each student receives two personalized 45-minute tutoring sessions per week, giving them the consistency and encouragement they need to thrive.
Your service doesn’t just improve literacy—it advances educational equity throughout our community. By showing up for students who need it most, you help create brighter futures and stronger neighborhoods, one reader at a time.
Member Duties
- Provide twice-weekly, 45-minute, one-on-one tutoring to two students using the Reading Partners curriculum.
- Track student progress and maintain accurate data, documentation, and session notes.
- Participate in member trainings, reflection sessions, and cohort-building activities.
- Build positive and supportive relationships with students, families, and school or partner site staff.
- Attend regular check-ins with supervisors and program leadership to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Program Benefits
- $3,000 Living Allowance during the service term.
- Segal AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion.
- Can be applied toward qualified student loans or tuition.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Official LiteracyCorps AmeriCorps gear.
Training Provided
- LiteracyCorps Orientation.
- Training in evidence-based literacy practices.
- Reading Partners coaching and curriculum-specific instruction.
- AmeriCorps compliance training and ongoing professional development.
Skills & Experience You Will Gain
- Teaching and tutoring skills.
- Youth development experience.
- Strengthened communication and public speaking abilities.
- Knowledge in educational equity and literacy intervention.
- Experience with data tracking, progress monitoring, and reflective practice.
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- College coursework or a degree preferred but not required.
Who We’re Looking For
- Individuals with a passion for education and service.
- Memphis-area residents strongly encouraged to apply.
- Bilingual candidates are welcome, though not required.
Discrimination Clause
This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, political affiliation, or, in most instances, religion. It is also unlawful to retaliate against any person who, or organization that, files a complaint about such discrimination. In addition to filing a complaint with local and state agencies that are responsible for resolving discrimination complaints, you may bring a complaint to the attention of the Corporation for National and Community Service. If you believe that you or others have been discriminated against, or if you want more information, contact:
Office of Civil Rights and Inclusiveness
Corporation for National and Community Service
250 E Street, SW
Washington, DC 20024
(800) 833-3722 (TTY and reasonable accommodation line)
(202) 565-3465 (FAX); eo@cns.gov (email)