Jumpstart is a national early education organization working toward the day every child in America enters kindergarten prepared to succeed. Since 2003 Jumpstart has been at the University of Missouri-Columbia with 100+ college students serving hundreds of children living with limited resources in the community.
Jumpstart members choose to use their time to make a difference in the lives of others. Serving as role models, Jumpstart offers a wonderful chance to impact your community. As a career exploration experience for students pursuing any major, students build leadership, communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and time management skills transferable to any career.
Jumpstart partners with local preschools to offer tutoring for children, and in some cases, no-cost quality afterschool care. Our members are proud to be a part of AmeriCorps, a national service organization committed to making a difference in communities across our nation. Make your time matter… join Jumpstart!
Positions Available
Become a Tutor
Tutors are at the heart of Jumpstart. You will inspire young children to learn, serve your local community, and work as part of a team of your peers. All tutors receive professional-caliber training while developing professional skills in a fun environment! They also:
- Have potential to earn pay through the Work-Study Program or internship credit
- Can earn an AmeriCorps Education Award.
- Serve 10-12 hours per week
- Transportation may be required depending on placement.
All majors are encouraged to apply!
Leadership Roles
Jumpstart also offers leadership roles including Team Leader (TL), Community Engagement Coordinator (CEC), and Project Coordinator (PC). These positions require graduate student standing, or previous service as a Jumpstart tutor.
All leadership positions offer:
- A work study wage
- Potential of an assistantship with graduate standing
- Earn course or internship credit
- Both the TL and CEC positions also include the AmeriCorps Education Award.
All majors are encouraged to apply!
