Employment

Location: Virtual & In-Person (various locations)

Job Type: Contract, Flexible - part-time or full-time

Pay Structure:

• Pay begins at $30 per hour and increases based on experience, education, additional training, and certifications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, reading specialization, or related field.

• Experience working with students with reading difficulties.

• Experience with reading intervention programs.

• Ability to work independently and flexibly with students, families and community members.

• Strong communication skills and an empathetic approach to supporting struggling readers and their families.

Benefits:

• Flexible scheduling with opportunities to work during the day or after school.

• A supportive environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development.

• Opportunity for pay increases based on experience, completed training, and additional certifications.

 

Job Overview: 

We are seeking passionate and dedicated reading specialists to provide one-on-one reading intervention services to struggling readers. Additionally, we are looking for team members who can help families navigate educational services, whether in public, private, or homeschool settings. The ideal candidate will work with students of various ages, offering both virtual and in-person support, and be part of a team committed to expanding literacy access. You will play a vital role in improving students' reading skills and creating broader support networks, with flexible work hours to accommodate both daytime and after-school sessions.  

Responsibilities: 

1. In-Person Reading Intervention Specialist

   • Provide reading intervention to students with a range of reading challenges, focusing on in-person sessions (minimum three days a week).

   • Develop individualized lesson plans and monitor student progress.

   • Communicate with parents, caregivers, and educators to ensure success.

2. Virtual Reading Intervention Specialist

   • Deliver virtual reading intervention services to students, with a commitment of at least three days per week.

   • Create personalized lesson plans and track student growth.

   • Maintain consistent communication with families and educators.

3. Dyslexia Screener

   • Administer initial dyslexia screenings for students to identify potential challenges.

   • Collaborate with parents and educators to discuss findings and next steps.

4. Page-by-Page Session Leader

   • Conduct 30-minute personalized book recommendation sessions for 2nd to 5th graders.

   • Help students discover books based on their interests and reading levels.

5. Diagnostic Testing Specialist

   • Perform comprehensive diagnostic testing for reading difficulties (requires a Master's degree).

   • Analyze results and provide detailed reports to families and educators.

6. Content Creator for Struggling Reader Support Resources

   • Develop and manage resources for families and educators to support struggling readers.

   • Collaborate with the team to create helpful content for the website.

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