Reading Instructor/Tutor - Part-time Position (start teaching 3-6 hrs./week during School Year, plus one full Summer Session 7.5 to 15 hrs/week).
Are you looking to make a difference in a child's life? The Active Reading Center (ARC) uses Open Reading/Reading Revolution®, a proven methodology, enabling students to become proficient readers. No teaching credentials needed – training provided.
Organization: The Active Reading Center (ARC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, physician recommended, that has been opening the doors to reading success since 1992. For more information, visit our website at www.activereadingcenter.org
ARC is currently seeking dependable, dedicated candidates to teach in person at our center in Walnut Creek. We focus on teaching students in grades TK-5.
Reading Instructors/Tutors must:
Accurately read, speak, and write in English.
Attend training (8-week training consists of approximately 55 hours of hands-on education and practice in the Open Reading/Reading Revolution® methodology). 3 times per week in the morning with sessions of 2.5 to 3 hours in length. Training begins in March.
Pass a completion test.
Provide one-on-one instruction based upon each student's learning needs.
Commit to work during the school year a minimum of 2 afternoons per week, between 3-6 pm, including substitute teaching, and one full summer session (4 consecutive weeks in June or July, M-F, AM or PM).
Be punctual.
Interact positively and professionally with students, parents, and staff to provide a safe, motivating learning environment.
Attend one monthly staff meeting (evening).
Write up progress reports.
Benefits:
Competitive pay
Sick leave in accordance with California State law
Opportunities for professional development with monthly staff meetings
Fun and enjoyable work environment with support from fellow instructors and staff
Work / Life balance
ARC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you would like to teach reading. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.