Literacy First Student Tutoring Program
The Literacy First Student Tutors Program is a high-impact, yearlong pilot initiative that equips UTC Teacher Candidates (TCs) with immersive, one-on-one tutoring experience using the research-backed Literacy First model. In partnership with Brown Academy, Hamilton County Schools, Literacy First, and Chattanooga 2.0, this program addresses the literacy achievement gap by embedding evidence-based tutoring within the school day. Teacher Candidates enrolled in key literacy and field experience courses (EDUC 3220, 3230, 3900, 5610, 5620) are selected to serve as tutors for K-1 students, completing 130 hours of structured, guided fieldwork. These hours satisfy both field placement requirements and provide course credit.
Benefits of the Program
- Field Hours? Check. Credit? Check. Knock out required hours and earn course credit through hands-on experience.
- Real-World Tutoring Vibes: Work one-on-one all year with K-1st grade readers - and make a real impact!
- Training That Actually Helps: Get expert coaching and literacy skills you'll actually use - no fluff, all value.
- Earn a Gold Star (and a Job Edge): Snag the UTC Literacy First Certificate - HCS gives grads with it hiring priority.
School Tutoring Site
- Brown Academy
Meet Our Student Tutors
Hope Doane
Madi Justice
Hope Kindiger
Samantha Warden
Kendell Wedekind
Contact
Dr. Yvette Stewart, Literacy First Student Tutoring Program Lead
423-425-4776