Early Learning Tutor
Ampact, Edina, MN, United States
Position Summary
Ninety percent of a child’s brain development happens before the age of 5, and we’re on a mission to help our youngest learners start strong!
Join Early Learning Corps as an Early Learning Tutor and you’ll spend your days in a pre-kindergarten classroom to help students build skills and confidence. We’ll train you to deliver proven activities and coach you every step of the way!
How does it work? Partnering with a teacher, you’ll help enhance learning. Whether talking, reading, writing, singing, or playing with students, you’ll be helping them to build early literacy and math skills.
With the extra attention and support, you’ll make an incredible impact and help ignite a love of learning!
Core Responsibilities
Be a caring adult who's focused on helping students thrive
Support preschoolers with learning activities throughout the day
Track student progress and meet regularly with the school's onsite coach
Conduct skill assessments and enter student scores into tracking software
Commit to your own growth through coaching and training
Share your experience with the community
Essential Qualifications
By the time you begin your service with Early Learning Corps, you should be:
Dependable and have a history of good attendance
Able to follow instructions and make improvements based on feedback
Proficient in basic computer skills (like email and navigating online)
Fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing
18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent
A citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
Able to successfully complete a background check
Perks Package
Schedule
We are currently hiring for the 2026-27 school year. Positions run August 2026–June 2027.
35 hours per week (less in weeks with holidays or school release days)
Daytime hours (corresponding with school start and end times)
Monday-Friday (no weekends)
Time off on holidays and school release days
Part-time positions are also available at 25 & 15 hours per week!
AmeriCorps positions include a total service-hour commitment for the program year. Most hours are completed through regular site-based service; members work with program staff to plan their schedule and may occasionally complete approved service or training outside of the school day as needed.
Pay & Benefits
Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks. Compensation: $17.50 per hour served and additional perks! Learn more.
Free individual health insurance – monthly premium 100% covered
Child care assistance – based on family size and income
Member assistance program
Plus, great education benefits, including:
Up to $5,176.50 for college tuition or student loans (tutors 55+ can transfer this award to a qualified family member)
Federal student loan forbearance (payment pause) and interest repayment
Time accrual toward the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
About our Organization
Early Learning Corps is powered by incredible AmeriCorps members who serve as tutors. Started in 2003, Early Learning Corps has helped more than 128,000 children build early literacy and numeracy skills and get ready for kindergarten! Early Learning Corps is administered by Ampact, a nonprofit organization, and fueled by research from ServeMinnesota’s National Science + Service Collaborative.
Ampact prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex, age (40 and over), religion, sexual orientation, disability (mental or physical), political affiliation, marital or parental status, pregnancy, reprisal, genetic information (including family medical history), military service, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodation available upon request. This document is available in alternative formats.
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Ninety percent of a child’s brain development happens before the age of 5, and we’re on a mission to help our youngest learners start strong!
Join Early Learning Corps as an Early Learning Tutor and you’ll spend your days in a pre-kindergarten classroom to help students build skills and confidence. We’ll train you to deliver proven activities and coach you every step of the way!
How does it work? Partnering with a teacher, you’ll help enhance learning. Whether talking, reading, writing, singing, or playing with students, you’ll be helping them to build early literacy and math skills.
With the extra attention and support, you’ll make an incredible impact and help ignite a love of learning!
Core Responsibilities
Be a caring adult who's focused on helping students thrive
Support preschoolers with learning activities throughout the day
Track student progress and meet regularly with the school's onsite coach
Conduct skill assessments and enter student scores into tracking software
Commit to your own growth through coaching and training
Share your experience with the community
Essential Qualifications
By the time you begin your service with Early Learning Corps, you should be:
Dependable and have a history of good attendance
Able to follow instructions and make improvements based on feedback
Proficient in basic computer skills (like email and navigating online)
Fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing
18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent
A citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
Able to successfully complete a background check
Perks Package
Schedule
We are currently hiring for the 2026-27 school year. Positions run August 2026–June 2027.
35 hours per week (less in weeks with holidays or school release days)
Daytime hours (corresponding with school start and end times)
Monday-Friday (no weekends)
Time off on holidays and school release days
Part-time positions are also available at 25 & 15 hours per week!
AmeriCorps positions include a total service-hour commitment for the program year. Most hours are completed through regular site-based service; members work with program staff to plan their schedule and may occasionally complete approved service or training outside of the school day as needed.
Pay & Benefits
Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks. Compensation: $17.50 per hour served and additional perks! Learn more.
Free individual health insurance – monthly premium 100% covered
Child care assistance – based on family size and income
Member assistance program
Plus, great education benefits, including:
Up to $5,176.50 for college tuition or student loans (tutors 55+ can transfer this award to a qualified family member)
Federal student loan forbearance (payment pause) and interest repayment
Time accrual toward the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
About our Organization
Early Learning Corps is powered by incredible AmeriCorps members who serve as tutors. Started in 2003, Early Learning Corps has helped more than 128,000 children build early literacy and numeracy skills and get ready for kindergarten! Early Learning Corps is administered by Ampact, a nonprofit organization, and fueled by research from ServeMinnesota’s National Science + Service Collaborative.
Ampact prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex, age (40 and over), religion, sexual orientation, disability (mental or physical), political affiliation, marital or parental status, pregnancy, reprisal, genetic information (including family medical history), military service, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodation available upon request. This document is available in alternative formats.
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