Specialized Reading & Support Tutor - Fee For Service

REPORTS TO: Director of TutoringCLASSIFICATION: Non-ExemptFUNCTION: Therapeutic Services POSITION SUMMARY The Specialized Reading and Support Tutor provides structured literacy intervention to struggling readers who are currently performing below grade level, as well as students with deeper, diagnosed reading difficulties, such as dyslexia, who would benefit from a more individualized learning environment.

Using evidence-based approaches such as Orton-Gillingham or similar methodologies, the tutor delivers direct, individualized instruction while collaborating closely with families, educational professionals, and other service providers.

This role supports the childs ability to become an independent, confident reader.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Tutoring Instruction: Deliver one-on-one and small group therapy using a structured literacy approach.

Address phonological awareness, decoding, spelling, reading fluency, and comprehension skills.

Customize intervention plans based on student needs and learning profiles.

Progress Monitoring and Documentation: Administer assessments to determine instructional level and track progress.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of tutoring sessions and outcomes.

Collaboration and Family Support: Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and at-home strategies Work alongside other team members including speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists.

Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to individualized plans of care.

Professional Practice: Engage in ongoing training and certification updates in structured literacy methods.

Promote a compassionate and encouraging learning atmosphere.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in education, literacy, or related field required.

This must be provided within 30 days of hire.

Previous experience with and/or willingness to complete Orton-Gillingham (O-G) training within the first year of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Certified Academic Language Practitioner (CALP) preferred or willingness to pursue within two years Experience in a multidisciplinary clinical or school setting.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES Understanding of varying reading abilities.

Strong instructional, observational, and analytical skills.

Empathetic and collaborative communication style.

Capacity to create a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment.

PHYSICAL DEMAND CAPACITY Sitting: Routinely for sessions and documentation.

Lifting: Occasionally light loads (5-10 pounds).

Bending & Reaching: Occasionally during therapy activities.

Viewing Monitor Screen/Using Keyboard: Routinely for documentation Work Hours and Documentation Policy Tutors may not exceed a total of 29 hours per week across all assigned responsibilities, including patient-facing sessions, documentation, and preparation time.

If documentation and preparation exceeds three (3) hours per student, the tutor must immediately notify the Director of Tutoring to review caseload,...