Reading Tutor - evenings
Reading Tutor for PRIDE Learning Co.
Location: Tujunga, CA (Zip Code: 91042)
Position: in-home Reading Tutor (Part-Time, 2 hours per week)
Rate: $30 per hour
Schedule: 2 one-hour lessons per week in the evenings - any 2 weekday nights except Fri
About Us: PRIDE Learning Co. is a premier tutoring company specializing in helping children with learning difficulties. We offer a multisensory reading program that is 100% scripted, focusing on phonics, spelling, fluency, comprehension, and writing skills. Our mission is to provide children with the tools they need to succeed in reading and beyond, all while fostering a positive and engaging learning environment.
We are currently seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and reliable tutor to join our team teaching at-home lessons in Tujunga, CA (Zip Code: 91042)
Ideal Candidate:
Ready to be trained to implement our multisensory reading program
Experience working with school-age students and a passion for teaching
Ability to create and maintain a positive and engaging learning environment
Strong rapport-building skills with students
Comfortable using electronic devices, such as a laptop, for lessons
Excellent communication skills, with an ability to motivate students
Able to commute to the student's location in Tujunga, CA (Zip Code: 91042)
Committed to establishing and maintaining a long-term professional tutoring relationship with the student
Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 individualized tutoring sessions focused on enhancing students' reading and literacy skills
Follow scripted lesson plans tailored to each student’s needs, covering phonics, spelling, fluency, comprehension, and writing
Use PRIDE's learning technologies and resources to enhance instruction
Manage session time effectively, ensuring a positive and focused learning environment
Adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs, including those with special education requirements
Must be proactive in maintaining prompt and consistent communication with PRIDE staff to discuss student progress, challenges, and any necessary adjustments to the tutoring plan
Qualifications:
Experience as an instructional assistant, ABA therapist, paraprofessional, teacher, substitute teacher, graduate student in education, or speech therapist assistant is a plus
Must have access to an electronic device (such as a laptop) for conducting lessons
How to Apply:
Send your resume and cover letter, including your relevant experience and education either through Indeed.com or by direct email to: HR@pridelearningcenter.com
Include your availability to tutor (days and times)
Why Join Us? This is an excellent part-time opportunity for individuals in the education or behavior therapy fields looking to make a meaningful impact on students' literacy development. You’ll work in a positive, supportive environment while helping children overcome learning difficulties and succeed.
For more information about our program, please visit www.pridereadingprogram.com
We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
What is your availability to tutor?
For quickest response time, please provide both your cell for texting and your direct email for interview scheduling. Thank you!
Are you within a 20 minute commute to Tujunga, Zip Code: 91042?
Experience:
academic teaching or tutoring: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Tujunga, CA 91042 (Required)
Work Location: In person