What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Literacy Tutor position at The city of Las Vegas?
**AMERICORPS SERVICE OPPORTUNITY - Participation in a program of national and community service as an AmeriCorps Member does not constitute employment and should not supplant full time income**
AmeriCorps Members serving as Literacy Tutors are required to complete 300 hours of service for a 4-month commitment from February 2025 - May 2025 serving at one of sixteen local schools in the Las Vegas downtown urban core.
The ReInvent Schools Las Vegas (RSLV) AmeriCorps program’s vision is to improve academic excellence for every child by creating a strong collective culture among students, families, and educators to ensure academic achievement and lifelong success for every child.
AmeriCorps Members will serve as Literacy Tutors to a caseload of K-5 students at one of 16 RSLV elementary schools providing literacy enrichment and one-on-one instruction on literacy development.
300 hour position
- Service Dates: February 2025 – May 2025
- Stipend is up to $3,379.14 for the 4-month term ($375.46 bi-weekly)
- Education Award: $1,565.08
- Required hours: During the school day for 25 hours per week
Benefits
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Member Assistance Program (ex: free counseling sessions, work/life resources & referrals, etc.)
Qualifications:
- Strong interest in community service and/ or social work
- Dedication to the community, passion for service, and ability to commit to full length of service
- Basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate online systems and email
- Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks
- Organized, responsible, flexible, motivated, and professional
- Ability to accept and incorporate constructive feedback from supervisors and program staff
- Excellent time management and decision-making skills
- Ability to work with diverse populations from all socioeconomic backgrounds and adapt to any environment
- Strong personal standards of excellence, ethics, and integrity
Eligibility Requirements:
- Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently
- Ability to commit to 4 months of service
- At least 17 years of age by the program start date
- High School Diploma or Equivalent, or agree to obtain prior to using the education award
- U.S. Citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States
The city of Las Vegas is committed to creating a diverse environment in which all social groups are represented, and that closely matches the diversity of the communities we serve. We want to ensure every applicant is treated fairly and with respect regarding race, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or disability.
We welcome the opportunity to discuss disability accommodation for those requiring application or interview support, for more information please contact 702-229-2609.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Professional development opportunities
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Las Vegas, NV 89101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $750.92 per month
Expected hours: No less than 25 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Las Vegas, NV: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,565