What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Literacy Tutor - Saratoga Springs, NY position at Ms. Ali's Literacy Academy?
Job Summary
Ms. Ali's Literacy Academy is seeking a part-time literacy tutor to join our growing tutoring practice in Saratoga Springs, NY. This position is a great opportunity for a certified teacher with a strong interest in literacy instruction to work one-on-one with elementary and middle school students.
Duties
- Provide one-on-one literacy instruction to elementary and middle school students
- Teach all aspects of literacy such as phonics, spelling, writing, reading fluency, reading comprehension
- Follow individualized lesson plans and instruction based upon each student's needs
- Use a structured, multisensory approach to literacy instruction
- Build positive relationships with students and create a supportive learning environment
- Monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed
- Communicate student progress and relevant updates with families & Ms. Ali
- Prepare for tutoring sessions using engaging and appropriate materials and resources
- Maintain a professional, organized, and welcoming tutoring environment
- Attend scheduled tutoring sessions reliably and arrive prepared
Requirements
- Valid New York State teaching certification required
- Bachelor's degree in education, literacy, English, or a related field
- Experience working with elementary and/or middle school students
- Strong knowledge of literacy instruction
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Patient, encouraging, and able to build strong relationships with students
- Reliable, organized, and professional
- Comfortable providing individualized, one-on-one instruction
- Ability to work independently and adapt instruction to meet individual student needs
- Orton-Gillingham or structured literacy training is a plus, but not required
- Availability M-Th afternoons/evenings, with additional hours as we grow
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $40