Grade 6 Literacy Tutor

Norfolk Public School District; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Norfolk Public School District in Norfolk, Virginia seeks a Grade 6 Literacy Tutor to support students identified as needing extra literacy help. This part-time, temporary role involves five hours of daily instruction in a classroom setting.

Active teaching requirements include Virginia Dept of Education certifications and a high school diploma. Starting date is immediate, with compensation between $25 and $30 per hour depending on active licensure.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain Virginia Dept of Education certification requirements (Title IX Training, Mandated Reporting Training, Suicide Prevention Training).
• Must possess a high school diploma.

Responsibilities

• Provides literacy instruction and support to grade 6 students in collaboration with classroom teachers and reading specialists.
• Teaches foundational reading skills to small groups of students.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials using district resources.
• Participates in monthly professional development focusing on literacy instruction.
• Monitors and documents academic progress of the students.
• Maintains appropriate records and communicates progress to teachers and reading staff.

Skills

Teaching principles

Student interaction

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Grade 6 Literacy Tutor

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Job Details

Job ID: 4843097

Application Deadline: Oct 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Sep 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Active Teaching License: $30/Hour

No Active Teaching License: $25/Hour

Part-Time and Temporary

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain the certification requirements as established by the Virginia Department of Education (Title IX Training, Mandated Reporting Training and Suicide Prevention Training)
• Must possess a high school diploma

Nature of Position

The Sixth Grade Literacy Tutor will provide supplemental daily instruction to students in grade 6 who are identified as needing additional support in early literacy.

EXAMPES OF DUTIES

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

• Provides literacy instruction and support to grade 6 students in collaboration with classroom teachers, reading specialists, and/or department chairs
• Teaches foundational reading skills to small groups of students
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials that meet the needs of the assigned group utilizing district provided resources
• Participates in monthly professional development and training focusing on literacy instruction and best practices
• Collaborates with the reading specialist and/or department chair in planning for the instructional needs of the students
• Monitors and documents academic progress of the assigned students
• Maintain appropriate records
• Communicates with classroom teachers, reading specialist, and/or department chair to discuss student progress and provide feedback
• Follow an instructional schedule developed by school personnel working 5 hours a day
• Work involves exposure to normal everyday hazards encountered in a school
• Work is performed in a classroom and involves no unusual demands

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• In-depth knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching
• Ability to interact effectively with students, staff, administrators, parents, and community.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $25 to $30 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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