Reading Teacher - ESY (Orton-Gillingham Required) - Providence, RI
Job Description
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education, active Special Education Teacher license and minimum 1+ years Special Education Teacher experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.Job Title: Reading Teacher – ESY (Orton-Gillingham Required)Location: Providence, Rhode IslandAssignment Dates: July 6, 2026 – August 6, 2026Schedule: Part-Time, Monday–Thursday (8:45 AM – 12:15/12:30 PM)Position Overview:A school-based program in Providence, RI is seeking a qualified Reading Teacher for an Extended School Year (ESY) position supporting students in a focused summer setting.This role is ideal for an educator trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach, a structured, multisensory method that teaches reading by connecting sounds and letters through explicit, step-by-step instruction—commonly used to support students with dyslexia and other reading challenges .The position offers a consistent, part-time summer schedule and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' literacy development.Job Details:Student Assignment: Reading intervention (ESY)Number of Schools: 1Location: Providence, RISchedule: Part-time (Monday–Thursday, mornings only)Hours: 8:45 AM – 12:15/12:30 PMSchool Year: Summer 2026 (ESY)Pay starting at $20/hour and upKey Responsibilities:Provide targeted reading instruction using Orton-Gillingham strategiesSupport students with reading challenges, including dyslexiaDeliver structured, multisensory literacy interventionMonitor student progress and adjust instruction as neededCollaborate with school staff as appropriateMaintain documentation of student performanceRequired Qualifications:Active teaching license (Rhode Island or eligible)Orton-Gillingham training requiredExperience providing reading intervention or literacy supportStrong understanding of structured literacy practicesAbility to work with students with diverse learning needsPreferred Qualifications:Experience in ESY or summer school programsBackground in dyslexia intervention or structured literacyImportant Requirement:Candidate must have formal training in the Orton-Gillingham approachBenefits:Competitive CompensationInsurance: Health, Dental, Optical401KHow to Apply:If interested, please apply and send an updated copy of your resume directly to: