Reading Coach
Reading Coach
J3 Foundation | Los Angeles Area
About J3 Foundation
J3 Foundation (J3) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to give kids the foundation they need for a lifetime of reading success. J3 equips upper elementary students in under-resourced communities with the tools they need to achieve grade-level literacy while fostering positive self-image, self-confidence, a love of reading, and a lifelong identity as readers.
Launched in 2018 in response to alarming data showing that 4th graders who fall behind in reading face significantly higher risks of incarceration or public assistance as young adults, J3 provides reading intervention programs and after-school reading clubs to students across Los Angeles County — with ambitions to expand to cities nationwide. J3 is committed to changing that narrative, one reader at a time.
Position Overview
J3 Foundation is seeking part-time Reading Coaches to provide small-group reading intervention services to 4th-grade students during the school day. This is a school-day role that takes place on school campuses during regular school hours. Reading Coaches work directly with students on school campuses, using the SIPPS curriculum, and collaborate with school staff and J3 team members to support students' literacy growth.
What You’ll Do
- Lead small-group reading intervention sessions using the SIPPS curriculum (about 6 students per group)
- Support students in building reading skills, confidence, and engagement
- Administer assessments and track student progress
- Maintain accurate attendance and program documentation
- Build positive relationships with students, school site staff, caregivers, and J3 team members
- Communicate clearly and professionally with school site staff, caregivers, and J3 team members as needed
- Participate in trainings, team meetings, and coaching support sessions
- Help create a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for students
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, literacy, or a related field
- OR High school diploma or equivalent, at least 48 completed college credit hours, and at least 3 years of experience working with elementary-aged students, particularly in under-resourced communities
- Passion for student literacy, engagement, and equity
- Skilled at bringing joy and excitement to learning
- Strong ability to create welcoming and engaging spaces for students
- Belief that all students deserve the support they need to become confident, capable readers
- Organized, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Reliable transportation for travel to assigned school sites
- Comfortable using Google Docs, Sheets, and Forms for basic documentation
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in education or a related field
- Reading Specialist background
- Teaching credential
- Experience teaching a science of reading-based intervention program, especially SIPPs
- Bilingual in Spanish/English and/or Armenian/English
Schedule & Compensation
- Part-time school-year employee position
- Up to 17 hours per week. Actual hours may vary based on school assignment, site schedule, student enrollment, and program needs.
- Schedule aligned with school calendars and program needs
- On-site at assigned school location(s) in Los Angeles
- Compensation $33 to $37 per hour depending on experience
- Eligible for paid sick leave in accordance with applicable law
Part-Time School-Year Employee Information
This is a part-time school-year employee position. Schedules align with school calendars, program needs, and assigned school sites.
Employees may experience periods with no scheduled hours during school breaks, holidays, summer months, or other program pauses. Schedules and assignments may vary based on student enrollment, school partnerships, and organizational needs.
Application Process
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates whose experience and background are most closely aligned with the role and mission will be contacted for an initial phone screening, typically within 1-2 weeks of applying, though timing may vary depending on application volume.
The hiring process will include two interviews: one Zoom interview and one in-person interview. During the in-person interview, candidates will be asked to demonstrate a SIPPS lesson using materials prepared and provided by J3. Final candidates will also be required to complete a Live Scan background clearance before beginning employment.
Questions
If you have questions about the position or hiring process, please contact us at hiring@j3foundationla.org. To help us keep communication organized, please use this email address only.
Commitment to Equity and Inclusion
J3 Foundation is committed to equity and inclusion and encourages applications from individuals whose lived experiences reflect the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.