Reading Partners, Washington, District of Columbia
POSITION TYPE: Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time)
Reading Partners is a local nonprofit that works to expand life opportunities for underserved elementary school children by empowering them with strong literacy skills. Tutoring with Reading Partners requires absolutely no experience and can take as little as 45 minutes per week. We are seeking an intern who is able to assist the on‐site coordinator with tutoring and possible organizational projects, at a minimum of two hours per week. We work directly with schools in low‐income communities to provide one‐on‐one literacy tutoring for students who read below grade level. Reading Partners operates reading centers in elementary schools across the DC region. Opportunities are available Monday‐Friday from 9am ‐ 5pm (depending on the site). Our tutors range from high school students to retirees.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working one‐on‐one with elementary school students reading below grade level, using our structured curriculum.
Assisting in running the tutoring center, including substitute tutoring.
Assisting in volunteer management of tutors along with preparing and coordinating tutoring materials for volunteers.
Able to commit to a minimum of two hours per week in order to receive internship credit.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Willingness to learn about tutoring strategies.
• Patience working with students who need help learning.
• Ability to work independently or with limited supervision.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to commit to a schedule and show up promptly when expected.
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