In-Person Elementary ELA & Reading Tutor (Orton-Gillingham)

HeyTutor Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

HeyTutor Inc. is seeking dedicated ELA & Reading Tutors to provide high-impact, in-person support for elementary students in grades 3–5 in Los Angeles.

Tutors will commit to the full duration of the program, work about 20 hours weekly, and deliver small-group instruction with a focus on Reading, Writing, Phonics, and literacy intervention. Selected tutors will receive Orton‑Gillingham training provided by the District, offering a structured literacy approach to strengthen instructional skills

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with elementary-aged students.
• Interested in education, teaching, literacy, child development, or a related career field.
• Excited about receiving Orton-Gillingham training and developing specialized literacy-intervention skills.
• Comfortable supporting students in ELA, Reading, Writing, and Phonics.
• Able to communicate professionally with students, families, teachers, and school staff.
• Organized and comfortable maintaining accurate attendance and program documentation.
• Reliable, punctual, patient, and able to build positive relationships with students.
• Able to work approximately 20 hours per week.
• Able to commit to the entire program.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person, high-dosage tutoring to students in grades 3–5, primarily in ELA and Reading.
• Support students in Reading, Writing, Phonics, foundational literacy skills, and literacy intervention.
• Lead small-group center rotations based on individual student needs.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with student needs, District curriculum, and intervention goals.
• Complete District-provided Orton-Gillingham training/certification before beginning intervention with students.
• Implement the District's Orton-Gillingham curriculum and instructional strategies with students.
• Use District-approved curriculum, intervention plans, and instructional resources.
• Work with students who may have learning gaps or require additional academic support.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other school staff to ensure tutoring aligns with classroom instruction and student academic goals.
• Assist with required program documentation, including student attendance, enrollment records, sign-in/out sheets, and other ELOP documentation.
• Conduct parent outreach when needed, including phone calls and communication regarding schedules, pick-up procedures, and program information.
• Greet students and families and help direct parent questions to the appropriate school or program staff.
• Communicate student concerns or urgent issues to the appropriate ELOP Site Lead or program staff.
• Maintain professionalism and comply with all District policies, procedures, documentation requirements, and student confidentiality standards.

Job description

HeyTutor Inc. is seeking dedicated ELA & Reading Tutors to provide high-impact, in-person support for elementary students in grades 3–5 in Los Angeles.

Tutors will commit to the full duration of the program, work about 20 hours weekly, and deliver small-group instruction with a focus on Reading, Writing, Phonics, and literacy intervention. Selected tutors will receive Orton‑Gillingham training provided by the District, offering a structured literacy approach to strengthen instructional skills