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AR/AC Educators

Thank you for agreeing to have an AR/AC Tutor in your classroom! The primary goal of the Iowa State University America Reads/America Counts program is to provide support for students' reading and mathematical capabilities. Before you get started:

You Should Know That Your AR/AC Tutor:

  • Was subject to a Sex Offender Registry check
  • Has been interviewed by the AR/AC staff
  • May not be an education major
  • Participated in AR/AC training sessions
  • Arrives with much enthusiasm, many talents, and is eager to work with the children

We Encourage You To:

  • Take time to get to know your AR/AC Tutor (it may be helpful to exchange phone numbers or e-mail addresses)
  • Create a game plan with which both of you are comfortable
  • Discuss classroom rules
  • Designate a place for the AR/AC Tutor to place their belongings

Role Of The AR/AC Tutor:

An AR/AC Tutor is usually not experienced with teaching children. They can help you by working with individual children one-on-one, or in small groups. Your ISU tutor is willing and able, but may need guidance.

Your AR/AC Tutor Can:

  • Lead small group tutoring sessions
  • Conduct one-on-one tutoring
  • Offer encouragement
  • Share information pertaining to students' welfare, i.e. academic and social progress

Training/Reflection Sessions:

Ongoing training and reflection sessions provide AR/AC tutors with additional tutoring strategies in reading and mathematics, as well as an opportunity to discuss challenges and successes. We encourage you to let the AR/AC Program Coordinator know of any training, subject areas, or workshops which you feel would be helpful to you and/or your AR/AC tutor.

ISU Calendar

See the Official ISU Academic Calendar for information.

*** Working fall break, spring break, dead week, and finals week is optional. It must be cleared through tutor schools and the AR/AC office.

One Final Note:

An important factor in the success of the ISU America Reads/America Counts Program is to promote a positive and productive teacher-tutor working relationship. If you have any questions of concerns about the performance of your AR/AC tutor, the staff will be happy to discuss the situation and, if necessary, make staffing changes to your classroom.

Participating Schools

See a list of participating schools.