Literacy Tutor

Brainspring Orton-Gillingham; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Training

Competitive Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Incentives for 8+ hrs

Advancement Opportunities

Free Certification Practicum

Job summary

Brainspring Learning Centers in Bloomfield Hills, MI is seeking motivated tutors to help students master reading using Orton-Gillingham-based methods. We offer free training, flexible scheduling (minimum 4 hours), and pay on a competitive scale.

Tutors complete the Phonics First certification practicum at no cost while tutoring, with up to 4 grad credits available. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or be near completion, be available after school or Saturdays, and participate in 30

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or near completion required.
• Available to tutor after school and/or on Saturday.
• Must attend all 30 hours of professional development in Brainspring's curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students of all ages and abilities.
• Participate in required professional development.
• Complete background check.

Skills

After-school availability

Flexible tutoring hours

Education

Bachelor's degree or near completion

Job description

Started in 1991, Brainspring is dedicated to reshaping the landscape of reading intervention through one-on-one tutoring and professional development. Our innovative courses are crafted to equip educators with a structured, multisensory tools and techniques necessary to effectively address reading challenges. Brainspring Tutoring services support struggling readers and students seeking enrichment in any academic subject. With a commitment to research-based practices and ongoing support, we strive to create a community of educators and tutors who are skilled, confident, and passionate about making a difference in their students' lives.

LOCATION

Bloomfield Hills, MI

DESCRIPTION

Brainspring Learning Centers (Brainspring.com), the leaders in Structured Literacy, is seeking motivated, dedicated, enthusiastic people who are passionate about making a difference, to tutor students of all ages and abilities.

Why Join the Brainspring Team?

• Free Training
• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Scheduling; tutor as much or as little (4 hrs minimum) as you would like
• Incentives for tutoring 8 hrs per week or more
• Opportunities for Advancement

Brainspring Tutors can complete the Orton-Gillingham Dyslexia Specialist Certification practicum free of charge ($4,000 approx. value) while tutoring. Our Phonics First® programs are accredited through both the IDA (International Dyslexia Association) under their Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading and through IMSLEC (International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council) at their Teaching Level and Instructor of Teaching Level. Up to 4 grad credits are available for purchase upon the successful completion of the certification practicum.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree or near completion of degree required (Education related preferred)
• Available to tutor after school and/or on Saturday
• Able to attend all 30 hours of professional development in Brainspring's nationally accredited reading curriculum, Phonics First®. Based on the Orton-Gillingham methodology, Phonics First® is an interactive, explicit, structured, sequential, cumulative approach to reading and spelling that produces results. There are 2 Graduate Credits available for purchase at the conclusion of the course for those that are interested.

The free training ($1,000 value) is taking place on the following dates (two options):

1) Self-Paced

• 30-45 days to complete 30-32 hours of the Phonics First® online course at your own pace.
• The self-paced course begins on the date listed below:
  
  • September 15

2) Livestream (via Zoom)

• September 21-25 (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST)

All candidates are subject to a background check.

COMPENSATION

$24-$27/hr based on education, experience and availability