Too many Oakland students cannot read and do math!
We know that math and literacy skills unlock children’s futures, but not enough Black and Brown students in Oakland are reading AND doing math on grade level. They need to be reading and doing math RIGHT NOW. Our kids can excel, and they don’t have time to wait.
The good news? YOU can be part of the solution!
Become a PAID Math or Literacy Liberator!
Math Liberators & Literacy Liberators are paid tutors in OUSD.
We’re looking for people who know our students the best – parents, family members, and community members from Oakland – to help set students up for success through high-dosage tutoring.
Join our Fellowship training to learn subject-specific skills, leadership skills, and receive support onboarding into paid positions as tutors in OUSD. No previous tutoring experience is required! This summer we will host 2 Fellowships:
- Math Liberator Fellowship for those wanting to become math tutors
- Literacy Liberator Fellowship for those wanting to become literacy tutors
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to the Fellowship?
All applicants should have a strong desire to become math or literacy tutors and will need to:
- be eligible to work in the U.S.,
- be 18 years or older,
- speak, read, write and understand English fluently,
- have a High School diploma or GED equivalent,
- be able to pass a background check, and
- be willing to be placed at the school site with the most need
Fellows are selected after applying and participating in an in-person interview.
As part of the interview, applicants must take and pass an assessment in math or literacy – the subject area they want to tutor.
Participants in the Fellowship will become candidates for tutoring positions in OUSD. OUSD will make final hiring decisions.
How can I apply to the Fellowship?
CLICK HERE TO APPLY! You are highly encouraged to apply as soon as possible! Interviews begin in May at The Oakland REACH office. We are reviewing applications as they are received, scheduling interviews and accepting applicants on a rolling basis.
Can I do both Fellowships? Can I be a Math Liberator and Literacy Liberator?
Unfortunately you cannot do both Fellowships or jobs at the same time. When you apply you will choose your preferred pathway; Math or Literacy.
What is it like to be a Math or Literacy Liberator in OUSD?
Great question! Check out these resources:
- Hear From a Liberator:
- Liberators work with small groups of students, in-person at OUSD schools. Liberators work during the school day.
- Literacy Liberators using an evidence based, scripted curriculum called SIPPS- Systematic Instruction in Phonological Awareness, Phonics and Sight Words (click here for an example of a SIPPS lesson).
- Math Liberators provide support for students to navigate iReady, an online platform that offers personalized learning opportunities at the student’s own pace.
What is pay and hours of the tutoring roles?
All Fellows should intend on becoming a tutor in OUSD. The tutoring roles are for 30 hours a week (6 hours/day, 5 days a week).
- In Literacy, these hours are from the start of the school day until the end of the school day (approximately 8:30-2:30pm, depending on school). There are positions in elementary and middle schools.
- In Math, these hours are from approximately 10:30am-4:30pm (during school day and after school). There are positions in elementary schools.
For more information about the Literacy Liberator — Early Literacy Tutor — positions, please click here. Math Liberators are paid at the same rate as early literacy tutors.
What is the time commitment for the Fellowship?
By participating in a Liberator Fellowship, Fellows are committing to pursuing a tutor position in OUSD for the 24-25 School Year.
Fellows will attend a mandatory orientation on June 25.
Each Fellowship has a series of evening sessions, and 4 full days of professional development that will occur between June-July/August. Fellows are expected to attend all sessions.
- All sessions will be held in-person in Oakland.
- Sessions will be in English.
- Meals will be provided.
- There will be limited childcare available for children ages 2 and up.
FREE Training. Paid a Stipend!
Fellows will be paid a stipend of $1650 through the Fellowship.
If you have questions, please email fellowship@oaklandreach.org.