By the time you begin your service with Reading Corps, you should be:

We are currently hiring for the 2026-27 school year, with positions running from August 2026 to June 2027. You will work 35 hours per week (less during holidays or school release days) during daytime hours, Monday to Friday (no weekends), with time off on holidays and school release days. Part-time positions are also available at 25 hours per week.

Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks, with compensation of $17.00 per hour served and additional perks. Free individual health insurance is provided, with the monthly premium fully covered, as well as childcare assistance based on family size and income, and a member assistance program. Education benefits include up to $3,697.50 for college tuition or student loans, federal student loan forbearance, and time accrual toward the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Reading Corps is powered by dedicated AmeriCorps members who serve as tutors. As one of the largest high-impact tutoring programs in the country, Reading Corps has helped over 400,000 students! The program is administered by Ampact, a nonprofit organization, and is supported by research from ServeMinnesota’s National Science + Service Collaborative. Ampact prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment and offers reasonable accommodation upon request. This document is available in alternative formats.