Part-time Reading Intervention Teacher

Better Basics, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Better Basics, Inc. in Birmingham, AL seeks Reading Intervention Teachers for a part-time, temporary position during school hours. You will lead small groups using the Better Basics Reading Intervention Program to improve students’ reading skills.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education or related field and teaching experience in elementary settings. Physical demands include lifting up to 30 lbs and station-to-station mobility within schools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field required.
• Teaching experience in an elementary setting required.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs in schools to access classrooms; lift up to 30 lbs; transportation for local use.

Responsibilities

• Attends all required training and orientation meetings.
• Provides HR department with necessary employment information.
• Works with reading coaches and classroom teachers at assigned schools to gather demographics on students referred to the program.
• Collaborate with school leaders to create a small group schedule for instruction.
• Administers assessments to all students as designated by the Reading Intervention Coordinator or the Director of Programs.
• Formulates daily lesson plans designed to meet individual student needs as determined by assessments.
• Regularly visit the Better Basics office to pick up instructional materials and gift books.
• Manages and maintains all Better Basics teaching materials.
• Maintains ongoing communication with classroom teachers and campus liaison regarding student performance and needs.
• Informs supervisor regarding changes in students or scheduling, and any other issues that arise.
• Completes all required documentation (timesheets, attendance records, demographic information, etc.) accurately, completely, and on time.
• Completes all necessary end of year procedures and documentation, and returns all materials to the Better Basics’ office by the assigned date.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills

Reading intervention

Small group instruction

Curriculum alignment

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Status: Non-Exempt, Schedule: Part-Time, Temporary (During school hours)

Pay scale: $25 per hours; no benefits associated with this position

The Organization: Better Basics is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers children across Alabama by equipping them with foundational academic skills and educational opportunities for lifelong success.

Position Summary : Reading Intervention Teachers are responsible for instructing students in a small group setting using the Better Basics Reading Intervention Program in order to improve reading skills.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field required, Master’s degree preferred
• Teaching experience in an elementary setting required
• Transportation for local use
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs in schools to access classrooms
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs
• Regularly check and respond as needed to professional email and phone communications

Responsibilities:

• Attends all required training and orientation meetings
• Provides HR department with necessary employment information
• Works with reading coaches and classroom teachers at assigned schools to gather demographics on students referred to the program
• Collaborate with school leaders to create a small group schedule for instruction
• Administers assessments to all students as designated by the Reading Intervention Coordinator or the Director of Programs
• Formulates daily lesson plans designed to meet individual student needs as determined by assessments
• Regularly visit the Better Basics office to pick up instructional materials and gift books
• Manages and maintains all Better Basics teaching materials
• Maintains ongoing communication with classroom teachers and campus liaison regarding student performance and needs
• Informs supervisor regarding changes in students or scheduling, and any other issues that arise
• Completes all required documentation (timesheets, attendance records, demographic information, etc.) accurately, completely, and on time.
• Completes all necessary end of year procedures and documentation, and returns all materials to the Better Basics’ office by the assigned date
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

BETTER BASICS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER