This does not count as an application. Only candidates who apply through our website will be considered. You can apply at https://readingassist.org/summertutor/

Reading Assist Summer Tutors provide one-on-one or two-on-one reading instruction to students entering grades Pre-K-4 who need additional reading support. Tutors focus on teaching foundational reading skills to students to support accelerated learning.

Tutors work in-person at public schools in New Castle County (Wilmington, New Castle, Newark)

• Tutors start with four days of paid training prior to delivering 4-5 weeks of instruction in schools.
• Deliver 4-5 weeks of tutoring, Monday-Thursday, in schools, part-time hours (16-28 hours/week depending on site placement)
• Reading Assist Summer Tutors earn $15-$30/hour, depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver one-on-one or two-on-one reading lessons for up to 12 students daily (30-minute sessions)
• Track attendance and performance data
• Deliver 4-5 weeks of tutoring, Monday-Thursday, in schools, part-time hours (16-28 hours/week depending on site placement)
• Deliver lessons in person
• Develop a positive relationship with children in grades Pre-K-4 who may struggle academically.

Expectations:

• Ability to blend, segment, and manipulate sounds within words
• Interest in literacy, education, and community service
• Experience with tutoring, teaching, or working with children (preferred)
• A passion for education equity
• A patient and flexible mindset
• Openness to constructive feedback
• Must be reliable/committed
• Submit to background checks and fingerprints
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• High school diploma (some college preferred)
• Proficiency in Spanish a plus

Employment Length:

• 4-5 weeks

This does not count as an application. Only candidates who apply through our website will be considered. You can apply at https://readingassist.org/summertutor/

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 28 per week

Grade school specialties:

• Reading

Work setting:

• In-person
• Public school

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person