Part-Time Literacy Tutor | Evidence-Based Reading Coach

Midtown Community School; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Midtown Community School is seeking seven Literacy Tutors to support reading development in a part-time role in Kansas City, MO. Each tutor works three days per week for five hours daily, reporting to the Principal or designee.

Salary is $20.00 per hour, with placement on the hourly support salary schedule. The position emphasizes evidence-based literacy practices, collaboration with teachers, and commitment to student success. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Understanding of literacy development and Science of Reading.
• Experience with reading and literacy preferred.
• Excellent communication and ability to build rapport with diverse students.
• Patience, adaptability and commitment to student success.
• Education or literacy-focused training preferred.
• Desire for ongoing professional development.
• Strong organization and multitasking skills.
• Ability to inform multiple stakeholders (parents, teachers, staff).
• Ethical conduct and confidentiality; background check required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize evidence-based practices to tailor lessons meeting diverse student needs.
• Implement instructional strategies to foster reading development and confidence.
• Assess progress regularly and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with teachers to align tutoring with literacy goals.
• Maintain a positive, engaging learning environment; encourage participation.
• Provide feedback and progress reports to teachers and parents as needed.
• Demonstrate gains in student performance.
• Participate in meetings, training, and professional development.
• Meet deadlines, honor schedules, and perform assigned duties.

Skills

Literacy development

Science of Reading

Reading strategies

Communication

Patience & adaptability

Organization

Education

Education or literacy studies degree

Professional development desire

Job description

Midtown Community School is seeking seven Literacy Tutors to support reading development in a part-time role in Kansas City, MO. Each tutor works three days per week for five hours daily, reporting to the Principal or designee.

Salary is $20.00 per hour, with placement on the hourly support salary schedule. The position emphasizes evidence-based literacy practices, collaboration with teachers, and commitment to student success. Background checks are required.