AmeriCorps Mentoring and Tutoring

When and for how long will the mentors and tutors serve?
AmeriCorps Members will serve 20-30 hours per week from September through May. A total of 675 -900 AmeriCorps Service hours.

What training do the members receive?
AmeriCorps members will be trained in mentoring practices, trauma-informed care, growth mindset, cultural competency, positive behavior supports, and much more. Additionally, tutors will be trained in foundational literacy and math.

How big of a caseload can each member have?
Each mentor may have a caseload of between 10-20 students while tutors can have between 20-30 students.

What grades do members work with?
Reading Tutors work with students K-3, Math tutors work with students K-5, while Mentors work with students 5-12

What is the cost for a district or school to participate?
The district/school match amount is $8,500 per AmeriCorps member. The grant covers all other costs.

What training do the members receive?
AmeriCorps Members will be trained in mentoring practices, trauma-informed care, growth mindset, cultural competency, positive behavior supports, and much more. Additionally, tutors will be trained in foundational literacy and math.

How do I request AmeriCorps Members?
Districts or schools are able to request members by completing a request form. Forms are located on either the Mentors or Tutoring page, depending on which program is needed for the school.

What grades do members work with?
Reading Tutors work with students K-3, Math tutors work with students K-5, while Mentors work with students 5-12