Virtual Reading Specialist, Unbound Academy (Remote) - $60,000/year USD

What You Will Be Doing

• Create and facilitate virtual small-group and individual reading intervention sessions for students in grades 3–8
• Apply reading assessment data to identify fluency and comprehension deficits and modify instruction in real time
• Adapt activities across varied reading levels, including accommodations for dyslexia and associated reading challenges
• Monitor progress with clarity and consistency, using the information to inform subsequent sessions
• Conduct structured motivational check-ins that foster confidence, determination, and pride in advancement

What You Won’t Be Doing

• Deliver large, whole-class instruction or present from a predetermined curriculum
• Execute a scripted program without adjusting to individual student needs and immediate feedback
• Function as a passive "software monitor" lacking substantive instruction and rapport
• Depend on superficial rewards that fail to cultivate enduring motivation

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education, literacy, or a closely related field
• Reading intervention certification or endorsement (e.g., Arizona Reading Specialist K-12 or equivalent state certification)
• Specialized training or certification in dyslexia intervention (or related structured literacy approaches)
• At least 2 years of experience delivering small-group or one-on-one reading interventions for students in grades 3–8
• Experience supporting students with dyslexia or related reading difficulties
• Strong ability to engage and manage students in a virtual setting through clear, motivating communication

About Unbound Academy

Unbound Academy is Arizona’s first virtual, tuition-free charter school, designed to make grades 4-8 limitless, personal, and exciting. This isn’t just an alternative to the traditional school system. It’s a revolutionary way for your family to reclaim time, unlock potential, and reimagine what education can be.

By cutting out the fluff and streamlining coursework, we not only make a significant academic impact—we make learning fun, personal, and incredibly effective.

Working with Us

• This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position
• The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record
• The compensation level for this role is $30 USD/hour, which equates to $60,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year
• The payment period is weekly