Literacy & Enrichment Support Specialist

Childpeace Montessori School; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Childpeace Montessori School in Portland, OR is seeking a Literacy Support Specialist & Auxiliary Programs Assistant to provide small-group literacy instruction for students ages 6–11 and to assist with daily transitions, lunch supervision, and aftercare activities.

This full-time role blends focused reading support with supervision and enrichment, aligning with Montessori principles. Training and ongoing support will be provided to help you foster confident, joyful readers.

Qualifications

• Experience working with elementary-age children.
• Knowledge of literacy development and reading and writing instruction.
• Ability to work effectively with students individually and in small groups.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Flexibility and a positive, student-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group literacy support for students ages 6–11.
• Support reading fluency, comprehension, phonics, spelling, vocabulary, and written expression.
• Collaborate with Literacy Coach and Elementary Guides to identify student needs.
• Assist with literacy assessments and monitor student progress.
• Support Aftercare and extracurricular activities; assist with transitions and supervision.

Skills

Elementary literacy support

Small-group instruction

Reading development knowledge

Strong communication

Flexible / student-centered

Job description

Childpeace Montessori School in Portland, OR is seeking a Literacy Support Specialist & Auxiliary Programs Assistant to provide small-group literacy instruction for students ages 6–11 and to assist with daily transitions, lunch supervision, and aftercare activities.

This full-time role blends focused reading support with supervision and enrichment, aligning with Montessori principles. Training and ongoing support will be provided to help you foster confident, joyful readers.