Educational Therapist or Reading Specialist

Adapted Learning Center; Larkspur (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Holiday pay

Professional training opportunities

Job summary

A leading educational center is seeking an Educational Therapist or Reading Specialist to provide tailored academic support to students with learning differences. This part-time role involves working closely with children and adolescents to develop essential learning skills through individualized strategies and interventions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, with a Master's degree preferred, and experience in structured literacy programs. Opportunities for professional development and transition to full-time are available.

Qualifications

• Experience with Orton-Gillingham, Slingerland, Wilson, Lindamood-Bell, Making Math Real preferred.
• Ability to interpret psycho-educational and neuropsychological reports.
• Experience working with children aged 5-18.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support and intervention for K-12 students with learning challenges.
• Develop and implement data-driven intervention plans.
• Conduct progress monitoring to track growth.

Skills

Structured literacy

Multisensory intervention

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree or teaching credential

Job description

Educational Therapist or Reading Specialist

Adapted Learning Center is seeking a dedicated Educational Therapist or Reading Specialist to provide individualized academic support for students with learning differences. This role involves working with children and adolescents either one-on-one or in small groups, helping them develop essential learning skills and strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or teaching credential strongly preferred
• Experience with structured literacy or multisensory intervention programs such as Orton-Gillingham, Slingerland, Wilson, Lindamood-Bell, Making Math Real is highly preferred
• Experience working one-on-one or in small groups with children aged 5-18
• Ability to interpret psycho-educational and neuropsychological reports and develop appropriate intervention plans
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and educational teams

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized support and intervention for students in grades K-12 with learning challenges
• Develop and implement data-driven intervention plans tailored to each student's needs
• Conduct progress monitoring to track growth and adjust strategies accordingly
• Support parents/guardians in navigating educational placements and services
• Collaborate with students, families, school staff, and professionals for comprehensive support
• Engage in ongoing professional development
• Starting as part-time with potential to transition to full-time
• Benefits include sick time, holiday pay, and professional training opportunities

If passionate about helping students with diverse learning needs reach their full potential, apply by sending your CV & Resume to: [e-mail]

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Education