The Joy of Learning is a Boulder based tutoring company that specializes in serving students with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning differences. Our primary focus is on reading instruction using the Orton-Gillingham approach. We use the Wilson Reading System, and also teach structured writing and multisensory math as needed. Most of our students are in grades 1-8. We provide the training and materials - this is a great opportunity for educators looking to further their knowledge of the Science of Reading
We are looking for experienced educators to join out team as part-time Learning Specialists. Learning Specialists will work with students 1-1 in their homes throughout Boulder County during after school hours. We also have a need for a teacher who can work with a student 2x/week during the school day in Centennial.
We are hiring for two positions:
To learn more about our work, please visit http://www.joyofleaningtogether.com.
Successful candidates will have the following required qualifications:
Experience working with students in grades k-8 in a professional capacity.
Excellence at building warm, communicative relationships with students and parents.
Availability to teach at least 6, 45 minute sessions per week between 3 and 6pm on weekdays - this includes driving between sessions. Some daytime hours may be available.
Willingness to meet with students in their homes or nearby libraries throughout Boulder County.
Availability to commit to the position for at least 2 years.
Desired qualifications:
At Least 30 hours of Training in Orton Gillingham or an OG based program such as Wilson, Slingerland, TakeFlight, etc. Certification in OG or an Orton Gillingham based program.
Knowledge of Dyslexia, ADHD, and Autism, and strategies to support neurodiverse students.
Experience teaching Orton Gillingham or an OG based program to students with dyslexia.
Training and experience teaching structured writing and multi sensory math and/or willingness to learn.
Benefits:
The Joy of Learning handles marketing, recruiting and onboarding new students, materials, liability insurance, billing, and all backend paperwork. You get to focus on teaching!
Training and curriculum is provided, and teachers have access to a huge library of additional digital and physical teaching resources.
Free professional development opportunities, including Orton-Gillingham, multisensory math, and more.
Supportive management and mentoring to help you succeed.
Monthly pay via direct deposit including full pay for sessions that are cancelled with less than 24 hours notice.
Notes:
This posting is for in- person teaching. We are not hiring virtual teachers at this time.
This is an independent contractor position.
If hired, you will acquire students slowly over a period of weeks to months. It is possible to get up to 15+ student hours over time (more flexibility with timing and location= more hours).
Because teachers will acquire students slowly over a few months, teachers must be in a position to keep their after school availability open while they build up their student load.
If this sounds like a good fit, please send your resume and your response to the following questions. We will reach out to candidates selected for an interview via email.
- What teaching experience do you have with k-8 students?
- What experience do you have teaching Orton Gillingham based reading programs?
- What experience do you have with students with Dyslexia, ADHD, or Autism?
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $40.00 - $60.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6 – 15 per week