Reading Intervention Coach(tutor)

You’ll be a mentor and coach while helping students become more proficient in reading. You will receive on-the-job training.  Just bring your positive spirit and desire to help children in our community reach their full potential.

You must have a genuine interest in the growth and development of youth and a proficiency in elementary English. You must have the ability to establish authority and connections through leadership, communication, and most importantly patience.  We expect our coaches to provide a stable and nurturing atmosphere that our students will need to succeed. Ensuring that Literacy and Hope’s students reach their highest potential will take a tremendous amount of hard work, flexibility, and commitment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide academic enrichment by implementing structured lesson plans which are detailed in the curriculum.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging that kids want to be in.
• Interacts with the children in a nurturing way that conveys respect. 
• Keep accurate records of students’ attendance so it can be billed accordingly.
• Communicate student’s progress on a regular basis with parents, program leader, and school. 
• Commit to one school year with assigned students.

Requirements:

• Must commit to at least 1 hour- two days per week with each student assigned between 4-6 pm at assigned school in South City and possibly North County. You can decide to coach more than one student. 
• Must review and be prepared to teach each session in advance of coaching session with student. 
• Proof of graduation from High School 
• Must complete the pre-tutoring training program unless you are a teacher or retired teacher, which may be modified based on experience.
• Must be fluent in English and use acceptable English in written and oral communication. Speaks with clear articulation.
• Must pass initial and annual Background Checks/Fingerprints
• Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, courteous, flexible, kind, and responsible. Displays integrity, self-control, punctuality, and gratitude.
• Literacy and Hope is a Christian program that adheres to Christian doctrine. 
   

Job Type: Part-time (2-8 hrs/week)

Education: College student- majoring in education/behavioral science.

Experience: At least six months of experience working or volunteering with elementary students in a classroom, after-school, or recreation environment.

Pay $20/hr