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

602-496-0186

[email protected]

lodestar.asu.edu

Listing ID

126993