Readers 2 Leaders

About Readers 2 Leaders 

Readers 2 Leaders is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that envisions a world where all students have equitable opportunities to thrive as readers and leaders. Our mission is to develop and to equip students for success through the power of reading.

With evidence-based tutoring methodologies at the heart of all we do, Readers 2 Leaders prepares children, caregivers, and educators with the tools to read and share reading with others. We reach children with crucial literacy intervention and enrichment at schools, in out-of-school time (OST), at partner nonprofits, and at home, and we prioritize reaching children of color and those who are economically disadvantaged to help close systemic resource gaps that affect these students most. Our diverse staff and leadership seek to integrate the experiences and concerns of our communities through consistent, culturally competent, and creative approaches to literacy learning.

Readers 2 Leaders is committed to becoming a fully antiracist organization and efforts are underway to further the work by reviewing organizational policies and practices, uplifting voices of those furthest from justice, and ensuring that stakeholders understand the connection between racial inequity and reading deficits. Our Racial Equity Policy Statement can be found HERE. Readers 2 Leaders values the mental health of its employees and has taken steps to implement self-care activities, lightened workloads, and work-from-home opportunities.

AmeriCorps Members | After-School Student Support 

Readers 2 Leaders is seeking members for our After-School Student Support Team, to help mentor & teach elementary students in West Dallas this coming school year. Our after-school program is specially designed to support students who need extra help and practice in reading. The program serves Kindergarten - 5th grade students. 

AmeriCorps Members are vital to the organization, making connections with and serving as role models for our students. This is a great opportunity for current and recently graduated college students, and those looking for more career experience in education or with students.

Position Details

Term of Service: 9/1/2026-5/27/2027 (must commit to serving full term) 

Hours: Monday-Thursday 2:00 - 6:00 pm 

• Total service commitment of 450 hours. 

Compensation:

• $5,400.18; paid out biweekly ($284.22) 
• $1,956.35 (available after completing the full term and all requirements and can be applied towards student loans or future tuition and fees)

Responsibilities include:

• acting as a mentor & role model
• assisting with after-school program preparations and activity planning
• leading hands-on art, STEM, and social-emotional learning activities
• leading computer lab sessions
• working with students in small groups and one-on-one
• homework help
• Assist with car-line/student drop-off and pick-up
• Record keeping and data tracking of attendance
• Attend all staff trainings and meetings
• Build positive relationships with students

To Apply:

1. Submit your application to Readers 2 Leaders 

2. Submit your application to Equal Heart (AmeriCorps Administrator) 

On the Equal Heart Application, select:

• State: Texas
• City: Dallas
• Focus: Education, K-12
• Partner Organization: Readers 2 Leaders