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Michigan Education Corps (MEC) Reading Corps’ aims to help every Michigan child become reading proficient by the end of third grade—a goal that we can only reach with your help. We connect interventionists, or reading tutors, for elementary students throughout Michigan to aid in gaining proficiency.

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About the program

Michigan Education Corps (MEC) Reading Corps’ aims to help every Michigan child become reading proficient by the end of third grade—a goal that we can only reach with your help. We connect interventionists, or reading tutors, for elementary students throughout Michigan to read proficiently.

As a MEC Reading Corps Interventionist, you’ll help kindergarten - third-grade students become better readers by using scripted intervention and assessment. These interventions focus on phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, and comprehension. You will see each student on your caseload for 20 minutes daily, Monday through Friday, until they reach their growth targets. Through ongoing training and coaching, we'll prepare you to meet each student's needs successfully.

MEC Reading Corps is an AmeriCorps program. MEC Reading Corps interventionists (members) commit to serving up to 1,200 hours following the school calendar. Full-time interventionists typically serve at least 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during typical school hours. Interventionists serving part-time typically serve at least 27.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during typical school hours.

Reading Corps | 2022-2023

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What You Will Receive For Your Service

Bi-Weekly Living Stipend

Full-Time and Part-Time positions offer a competitive living stipend which is determined by the amount of hours in a service term.

Member Emergency Fund

Opportunity to apply for our member emergency fund, ensuring you have the support you need to overcome any financial challenges or unforeseen circumstances during service.

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

Earn an education award at the end of your service that can be used to pay for existing federal student loans or education expenses. If you are over the age of 55, you have the option of giving your Segal AmeriCorps Education Award to a child or grandchild. Learn more.

Federal Student Loan Forbearance

Student loan forbearance allows you to temporarily stop making payments over the duration of your AmeriCorps service.

Health Insurance and Childcare Cost Assistance

Full-Time members are given free health insurance and childcare cost assistance during the duration of their service.

Affinity Groups

Connect with like-minded individuals and build a supportive network through our affinity groups, where you can share experiences, resources, and best practices. Currently, we have a working BIPOC and LGBTQ+ affinity groups that meet monthly.

Credential and Degree Opportunities

Michigan Youth Development Associate (Mi-YDA) | MEC Math Corps Interventionists may opt to complete the Mi-YDA credential. This credential will help prepare individuals to work with school-age youth and provide developmentally appropriate support.

Davenport University Partnership | A Two-Way Partnership

Davenport University’s College of Urban Education leveraged the benefits of the MEC experience for the past three years. Current interventionists are provided information about Davenport’s bachelor completion program, Bachelor of Science in Urban STEM education, and Certificate in Urban Education alternative route to teacher certification post-baccalaureate program.

The second pathway allows for career exploration through undergraduate service-learning elective courses in the College of Urban Education. Students enrolled in this class may serve as MEC interventionists and can earn 1-6 elective credits toward completing their Bachelor’s degree at Davenport.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Empower young minds as an Elementary School Tutor with Michigan Education Corps' Reading Corps. Join us in fostering reading proficiency in K-3 students. As a kindergarten interventionist or elementary reading interventionist, you'll provide scripted interventions, focusing on phonics, fluency, and comprehension. Join our AmeriCorps program, we have both full-time and part-time positions available throughout Michigan. Apply below to find elementary tutoring jobs near you.