The Reads & Counts Tutors program at Texas A&M University involves Aggies tutoring elementary students in reading and math, providing valuable work experience and financial aid through work-study. The Community Service Program offers student employment opportunities at local non-profit agencies, government offices, and area high schools, aiming to improve the quality of life for community residents.
| The Community Service Program |
The Community Service Program, funded by Federal Work Study program, provides student employment opportunities at local non-profit agencies, government offices and area high schools. Texas A&M University has partnered with a number of organizations whose services are designed to improve the quality of life for community residents, particularly low-income individuals, or to solve particular problems related to their needs. View information on each of our Community Service Partners.
| Reads & Counts Tutors Program |
The Reads & Counts Tutors program at Texas A&M University at College Station is part of a long-standing commitment to community service, originating from the America Reads Challenge. Around 150 Aggies tutor elementary students in reading and math at 23 locations in Bryan and College Station. This program benefits both the students and the tutors, as over 95 percent of public elementary school students in the area could work with a tutor. Tutors gain valuable work experience, leadership opportunities, and financial aid through work-study.
A Reads & Counts tutor is dedicated to making a lifelong impact by mentoring and serving others while also experiencing personal and professional growth. The program seeks self-motivated, dependable individuals passionate about working with children from kindergarten to sixth grade. Experience with children is preferred, and all majors are encouraged to apply. Paid training is required. Interested candidates should ensure they meet the requirements and apply through the Reads and Counts Tutor Program page.
To apply for a specific position, you can view current openings on the Jobs for Aggies job board. After logging in, Filter for Part-Time Student Employment and in the keyword search box, type “CSP” to find the open positions.
- Community Service Partners: The Community Service Program offers student employment opportunities at local non-profit agencies, government offices, and area high schools.
- Employee Notices: Texas A&M University complies with federal and state laws concerning employment eligibility verification.
- Jobs for Aggies Job Board: Students can find part-time jobs on campus or in the Bryan/College Station area using the Jobs for Aggies Job Board.
- Reads and Counts Tutor Program Page: The Reads & Counts Tutors program provides valuable work experience and financial aid through work-study.
- Requirements: Texas A&M University students must own and use a computer that meets specific technical requirements.
- UCIS Website: International students must follow specific instructions for maintaining their status and complying with university policies.
- Volunteers: The Division of Student Affairs offers many opportunities for staff to volunteer their time and talents.