Job Description
Empowering Young Minds: Join Our Team as an Early Literacy Tutor!
Oakland Unified School District is seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Literacy Tutor to join our team at Emerson Elementary. As an Early Literacy Tutor, you will play a vital role in developing and improving the early literacy skills of TK - 2nd grade students. This is a part-time position, working 3 hours per day, with a competitive salary range of $16.22 - $18.74 per hour.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly skilled and enthusiastic Early Literacy Tutor to provide intentional, data-driven literacy instruction and intervention to TK - 2nd grade students. The successful candidate will be trained in research-based early literacy strategies and will collaborate with classroom teaching staff and coaches to provide reading instruction driven by benchmark and progress-monitoring data.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attend SEEDS of Early Literacy Training and/or SIPPS Training and ongoing Early Literacy Tutor trainings throughout the year.
- Provide data-driven literacy instruction and intervention to TK - 2nd grade students, focusing on the "Big Five Literacy Skills".
- Collaborate with Lead Teacher Coach and/or Principal to set the instructional schedule, report student progress, and make data-informed modifications.
- Implement research-based targeted interventions daily with students to support small group differentiated instruction.
- Assess child outcomes and progress using benchmark assessments and ongoing progress monitoring assessments.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Strong interest in education, specifically helping children develop early language and literacy skills.
- Fluent in English, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Computer skills, including online database systems and email.
- Energetic, results-oriented, and student-focused style, with strong planning and time management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- College coursework, college degree, or equivalent work experience.
- Experience working with young children, preferably in an early childhood setting.
- Valid California Driver's License, if applicable.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary range: $16.22 - $18.74 per hour.
- Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of TK - 2nd grade students.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
If you are a motivated individual ready to contribute to a thriving team, we encourage you to Apply Now
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