Academic Mentor

The Experience Matters program supports new and existing tutoring programs across Metropolitan Phoenix and Maricopa County, by providing Academic Mentors that will deliver an evidence-based reading program based upon The Science of Reading. The program was founded on evidence-based research, and encompasses the desire to provide caring and trained support to students suffering from the negative impacts of pandemic learning loss. The Science of Reading includes 5 Pillars of Reading Instruction: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension. This program has been developed to build students’ literacy outside the classroom, and highlights evidence-based curriculum used across the country. Our team is comprised of a Lead Academic Advisor (research-based), a Lead Engagement Officer (engagement and activity building), and Academic Mentors–who provide all on-site programming to students. Member Duties The Experience Matters program supports new and existing tutoring programs across Metropolitan Phoenix and Maricopa County, by providing Academic Mentors that will deliver an evidence-based reading program based upon The Science of Reading. The Science of Reading includes 5 Pillars of Reading Instruction: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension. This program has been developed to build students’ literacy outside the classroom, and highlights evidence-based curriculum used across the country. Our team is comprised of a Lead Academic Advisor (research-based), a Lead Engagement Officer (engagement and activity building), and Academic Mentors--who provide all on-site programming to students. Program Benefits Education award upon successful completion of service , Training , Stipend , Living Allowance . Terms Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended . Service Areas Education , Children/Youth . Skills Youth Development Computers/Technology Teaching/Tutoring Communications Education General Skills Leadership Team Work Writing/Editing Conflict Resolution Summary Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National Program Academic Mentor Program Start/End Date 09/01/2026 - 06/30/2027 Work Schedule Part Time Education level High school diploma/GED Age Requirement Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99 Program Locations ARIZONA Phoenix/Mesa Accepting Applications From 08/07/2026 To 03/30/2027 Contact Winslow McIntyre 400 E Van Buren St Phoenix AZ 85004 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io lodestar.asu.edu Listing ID 126993 #J-18808-Ljbffr AmeriCorps