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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 | 2024-2025

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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.

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.

Credential and Degree Opportunities

Claremont Lincoln University Partnership | Supporting Lifelong Learning

Michigan Education Corps has partnered with Claremont Lincoln University to support volunteers and alumni who are interested in continuing their education. Through this partnership, eligible MEC volunteers, alumni and qualifying family members receive a 10% tuition discount on CLU's online degree and certificate programs. Additional scholarship opportunities may also be available based on funding and program availability.

CLU offers flexible, fully online programs designed for working professionals, allowing volunteers to continue pursuing their educational goals while serving with MEC or after their service term has ended.

University of Michigan School of Information | Graduate Education Opportunities

The University of Michigan School of Information offers graduate programs for students interested in fields such as information and data analysis, user experience research and design, product management, libraries and archives, and health informatics.

UMSI accepts the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award and offers matching funds opportunities for eligible students. MEC members and alumni are encouraged to explore how their service experience can support their future academic and professional goals.

Professional Credentials

Volunteers interested in strengthening their skills and advancing their careers may choose to pursue professional credentials such as the Child Development Associate (CDA) or Michigan Youth Development Associate (Mi-YDA). While MEC does not provide funding for credentialing coursework, books, materials, or application fees, we may be able to verify applicable service and training hours completed during your service term. MEC staff can also connect interested members with organizations and contacts that support these credential pathways.

Professional Development Opportunities

Professional Learning Groups (PLGs) | Professional Development at Your Pace

Professional Learning Groups (PLGs) are self-paced professional development opportunities designed to help MEC volunteers build skills that support both their service experience and future career goals. Hosted through Blackboard, PLGs feature content created by MEC staff, coaching specialists, and subject matter experts on topics relevant to professional growth and life after service.

Each PLG consists of a short learning module and knowledge check that volunteers can complete on their own schedule while earning eligible service hours. Topics may include career readiness, resume development, workplace skills, education pathways, and other areas identified through member feedback and program needs.

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.