America Reads America Reads is a Federal Work Study Program aimed at providing reliable and trained reading tutors to local elementary schools with the intent of enhancing literacy. Preference is given to students who are in the teacher certification program or are minoring in education, although any interested students may apply. Because the program is Federally funded, college tutors must be eligible for Federal financial aid. The Bowdoin Student Employment Office administers this program, and the Education Department interviews interested applicants. Time commitment varies and is dependent on the schedule of the Bowdoin tutor as well as the local school.
Tutors meet regularly as a group with a local professional for support to learn teaching strategies.
This experience offers an opportunity for students interested in teaching to have a meaningful exposure to elementary school children.