​America Reads is a federally funded campaign to improve reading achievement in K - 6 school children. UWSP work study students are hired as tutors and matched with teachers and classrooms in local school districts. Tutors will work with students 4 - 6 hours per week in reading one-on-one or in small groups.

To learn more:

• Visit the America Reads web site
• View the position description for the job responsibilities, skills and qualifications, and hourly wage rate

To apply:

Applications are now being accepted for Fall 2012. Applicants must have work study and a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA. To apply, please fill out the application and mail to:

Nick Nelson
1015 Reserve St.
Dreyfus University Center, Room 050
Stevens Point, WI 54481

Please email America Reads Liaison at sieoerc@uwsp.edu with any questions. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

For tutors:

• America Reads Tutor Handbook
• Tips for Reading Tutors
• Basic Tutoring Overview
• Classroom Management Skills and Lesson Plan Ideas
• Plans for Teaching Reading Strategies

For schools and teachers:

• America Reads School/Partner Handbook
• Tutor Evaluation
• Request a Tutor

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