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PART-TIME READING INSTRUCTOR (Structured Literacy / Dyslexia)
WNY Dyslexia Specialists – Amherst, NY
$28–32 per hour
WNY Dyslexia Specialists is hiring two part-time instructors to join our structured literacy team beginning with an apprenticeship on April 13.
This role is ideal for steady, professional educators seeking meaningful instructional work in a focused, skills-based environment.
POSITION STRUCTURE
School Year Schedule (Required):
Monday–Friday
2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Instructors must reserve this block for student scheduling. Unfilled student slots are considered part of your contracted availability.
Summer Session (Required):
July 6 – August 14
Five days per week
Morning (9:30–12:30), Afternoon (1:30–5:30), or both — assigned based on enrollment.
We do not hire summer-only instructors.
COMPENSATION
$28–32 per hour based on experience.
Instructors are paid for scheduled student sessions. The 2:30–6:30 block is reserved for student scheduling, and hours build as students are assigned.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Strong professionalism and reliability
- Calm, steady presence with struggling learners
- Ability to accept coaching and structured feedback
- Willingness to be trained in our structured literacy model
Orton-Gillingham experience is welcome but not required. Selected candidates will complete a structured apprenticeship before assuming independent caseloads.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
To be considered, applicants must submit:
- Resume
- Cover letter explaining interest in structured literacy work
- In your cover letter, include the word “Compass.”
Applications that do not include all three items will not be reviewed.
After initial review of qualified applications, selected candidates will receive a structured availability and commitment form. Interviews will be scheduled only after that form is completed.
This position requires commitment to the full school-year schedule (Monday–Friday 2:30–6:30) and the July–August summer session. We prioritize instructional consistency for students and do not hire short-term or temporary instructors.
If you are seeking flexible or summer-only work, this role will not be a fit.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $32