Part-Time In-School Reading Tutor (Independent Contractor)

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized reading instruction and support for students who need additional help developing literacy skills
• Support students in strengthening skills such as decoding, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and reading strategies as appropriate
• Document each tutoring session in a Google document shared with the student's Learning Specialist and/or classroom teacher
• Communicate with parents as needed

Key Skills and Qualities

• 2+ years of experience as a Reading Teacher, Literacy Tutor, Learning Specialist, or Academic Support Tutor
• Familiarity with evidence-based reading instruction and structured literacy approaches (such as Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, or similar programs)
• Experience working with students with dyslexia, ADHD, language-based learning disabilities or other learning needs
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students
• A patient, encouraging, and flexible approach to instruction

Compensation & Schedule

• This is an independent contractor role and not eligible for employee benefits
• Compensation is $175 per 60-minute tutoring session
• Schedule: Each tutor's schedule is created about a month prior to the start of the semester (September and January)
• Tutors are typically present on campus from about 11am to 3pm and meet with 2-3 students per day during that time period
• Tutoring slots can be established for 60 minutes, 55 minutes, or 30 minutes depending on schedule and student needs
• Tutors see the same students consistently for the entire semester
• Tutors provide tutoring services following the 10-month academic calendar for breaks and holidays