Project ROOTS

Project Rural Opportunities through Literacy, Observation, Tutoring and STEM (ROOTS)

What is Project ROOTS?

Project Rural Opportunities through Literacy, Observation, Tutoring and STEM (ROOTS) is a $15 million Expansion grant from the Education Innovation and Research (EIR) Program, U.S. Department of Education. Texas A&M University faculty will work with University of Southern Mississippi faculty to impact literacy in rural schools in Texas and Mississippi. The overarching goal of the project is to expand evidence-based science of reading strategies and literacy-infused STEM/science (LIS), undergirded by high-impact tutoring for students and professional development for teachers and tutors to impact outcomes in reading/literacy and science. The project will work with grades 3-5.

Two young male students reading a book.

Join Project ROOTS to gain paid, hands-on experience while supporting literacy instruction.

Project ROOTS is a federally funded research initiative designed to support literacy through tutoring sessions. As a participant, you’ll gain valuable experience while contributing to an active research study.

How To Apply

Please fill out the Qualtrics form for becoming a Pre-Service Teacher Virtual Coach. This pre-screening form is designed to collect basic applicant information, confirm eligibility, review relevant qualifications, and gather availability and application materials. The information you provide will help determine whether you meet the initial requirements for the position.

Project ROOTS Contacts

Linda Rodriguez, Program Director for ROOT.

Dr. Linda Rodriguez

Program Director

rgrodriguez086@tamu.edu

Aminah Crawford, Project manager for ROOTS.

Dr. Aminah Crawford

Project Manager

crawfordam@tamu.edu

Marina Rodriguez, Project manager for ROOsTs.

Marina G. Rodriguez

Project Manager

mrodriguez05@tamu.edu