(b) The division shall identify a curriculum:

1. (1) Aligned with Arkansas academic standards; and
2. (2) Developed to support children in the content areas of math and literacy.

(d) The ERZs shall:

1. (1) Conduct needs assessments to determine the number of tutors needed in each area or ERZ;

2. (2) Ensure that tutoring services are prioritized for:

   1. (A) Students in rural areas; and
   2. (B) Other underserved students;

3. (3)

   1. (A) Actively recruit individuals to become tutors.
   2. (B) These individuals may be, but are not limited to, the following:

(i) Individuals enrolled in a teacher preparation program;

1. (ii) Retired teachers;

   1. (iii) Teachers who are currently certified;

      1. (iv) College students; and/or
      2. (v) AmeriCorps members or volunteers;
2. (4) Assist in securing tutoring assignments;
3. (5) Provide training modules for tutors;
4. (6) Provide ongoing support for tutors;

5. (7) Keep ongoing documentation of hours worked by a:

   1. (A) Tutor in a public school;
   2. (B) Tutor in a private school;
   3. (C) Tutor in a community or faith-based program or residential facility; or

   4. (D) Community service volunteer approved by the:

      1. (i) ERZ; or
      2. (ii) Division;

6. (8) Maintain a database of tutoring candidates to monitor progress for tutors:

   1. (A) Completing initial certification; and
   2. (B) Maintaining certification;
7. (9) Maintain a database of school district feedback regarding the effect of tutoring on student progress; and
8. (10) Create and maintain a network of approved Arkansas tutoring sites to link to qualified tutors.