Reading Partners AmeriCorps Member - Washington, DC (HT)

Reading Partners • Full-time • Hybrid in Washington, D.C., United States • $13,900 / year • 1m ago

Fast Facts

Join Reading Partners as an AmeriCorps Member in Washington, DC, where you'll provide essential reading support to students from January to June 2026 in a full-time, in-person role.

Responsibilities: Commit to 900+ hours of service providing individualized reading support, participate in training and professional development, and manage competing priorities effectively.

Skills: Strong attention to detail, teamwork, ability to work independently, and familiarity with technology systems like Salesforce and Google Apps are essential.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18 years old, possess organizational skills, and prior experience in community service is a plus.

Location: This position is located in Washington, DC, and requires reliable transportation and commuting within the area.

Compensation: $13900 - $13900 / Annually

Fast Facts

Join Reading Partners as an AmeriCorps Member in Washington, DC, where you'll provide crucial reading support to students in an in-person, full-time role from January to June 2026.

Responsibilities: Serve full-time by committing to 900+ hours of service, providing individualized reading support and participating in training and professional development.

Skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to manage competing priorities, teamwork and independent working abilities, familiarity with technology systems like Salesforce and Google Apps.

Qualifications: Must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18 years old, and possess strong organizational skills; experience with technology and community service is a plus.

Location: This position is based in Washington, DC, with a requirement to live within commuting distance and have reliable transportation.

Compensation: $13900 - $13900 / Annually

Job Details

Job Location: Reading Partners Washington DC - Washington, DC

Position Type: Full-Time AmeriCorps

Salary Range: $13900.04 - $13900.04 Salary/year

Job Category: AmeriCorps

DC Reading Partners Position Description

Join the Movement to Empower Young Readers

Become Reading Partners AmeriCorps Member Today!

Reading Partners mobilizes communities to provide students with the proven, individualized reading support they need to read at grade level by fourth grade.

Reading Partners Mid Atlantic DC has the following roles available:

Literacy Intervention AmeriCorps Member

Commitment & Service Term: AmeriCorps members serve full-time, in-person, from January 2026 to June 2026, committing to a service term of 900+ hours. All AmeriCorps positions are Monday through Friday, with schedules generally running from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, averaging 8 hours per day. AmeriCorps members understand that this is a service opportunity, not a job, and you are committed to completing your full term of service.

Training & Professional Development: All members receive intensive training at the start of service, as well as ongoing training and professional development throughout the term. Training may be conducted at a Reading Partners office or at school/partner sites across the region.

Eligibility:

Possess a high school diploma or GED
Hold US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status
Be at least 18-years old at the beginning of your service

Qualifications:

Root your service in ourvision & values
Strong attention to detail and manage competing priorities effectively
Are open to learning technology systems like Salesforce, Google Apps, and Zoom
Are able to both collaborate in a team environment and work independently
Bonus points if you are an AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service alum/alumna; and/or have experience volunteering with community-based or education programs

Benefits:

Reading Partners offers a supportive culture, intensive training at the start of your service, and ongoing professional development and coaching.
AmeriCorps members receive a twice monthly living allowance stipend of $1,263.64, totaling $13,900.04 over the 6-month service term
Segal Education Award of $3,697.50, after successfully completing your service term
Public transportation reimbursement of $132/month for 6-months
Medical, dental, and vision coverage at no monthly cost to you
CPR training
Child care assistance available through AmeriCorps for those who qualify
You may be eligible for student loan forbearance on federal loans

Other Considerations:

AmeriCorps members must live within commuting distance and have access to reliable transportation on a daily basis, including public transportation
Due to the changing nature of serving in public education, AmeriCorps members may be asked to transition to another Reading Partners AmeriCorps position in the same region
Members in North Texas: In the event of a local, state, or federal disaster declaration, AmeriCorps members may be asked on a volunteer basis or be required by OneStar to activate to assist in disaster response and recovery activities within their communities. This may involve virtual service opportunities or in-person service opportunities. This may include service opportunities outside of the member’s standard service hours or in place of their standard service duties. In the event of a large-scale, high needs local, state, or federal disaster, AmeriCorps members may voluntarily or be required by OneStar to deploy to an area outside of their service area to assist in disaster response and recovery activities.
Training hours won’t exceed 20%
National Service Criminal History Check required
Performance Evaluation required

Join Reading Partners and leave a legacy that will last long beyond an unforgettable and life-changing AmeriCorps service term!

Applications considered on a rolling basis. Please email AmeriCorps@readingpartners.org with questions or if you’d like to connect with a team member!