Gifted Elementary Reading & Writing Tutor (1:1)

Thrive Education Partners; Lafayette (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Education Partners is seeking a highly experienced educator to provide individualized academic support for an intellectually gifted elementary-aged student. The role focuses on handwriting, written expression, reading, and writing fluency while building confidence and a positive relationship with learning.

Ideal candidates include a Reading Specialist with advanced training in literacy or related fields, 3+ years of elementary experience, and a strong track record with

Qualifications

• Certified Reading Specialist strongly preferred.
• Master’s degree or advanced training in reading, literacy, special education, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience working with elementary-aged students.
• Experience supporting students with ADHD and/or autism-spectrum learners.
• Expertise in reading, writing, and written expression.
• Experience with multisensory or structured literacy approaches.
• Ability to provide individualized, 1:1 instruction.
• Strong and engaging instructional strategies; positive reinforcement and gamification.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized 1:1 tutoring for an elementary-aged student.
• Support handwriting, fine-motor development, and written expression.
• Strengthen reading and writing skills and writing fluency.
• Use multisensory or structured literacy approaches.
• Foster task initiation, executive functioning, and confidence in learning.
• Maintain strong communication and collaboration with parents.

Skills

Reading

Written expression

Executive functioning

Differentiated instruction

Education

Master’s degree in reading

Reading Specialist certification

Advanced literacy training

Job description

Thrive Education Partners is seeking a highly experienced educator to provide individualized academic support for an intellectually gifted elementary-aged student. The role focuses on handwriting, written expression, reading, and writing fluency while building confidence and a positive relationship with learning.

Ideal candidates include a Reading Specialist with advanced training in literacy or related fields, 3+ years of elementary experience, and a strong track record with