Reading Tutor (3:30 PM- 6:30 PM)

Sylvan Learning Center; Salvador (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Curriculum provided

No take-home work

Supportive environment

Confidence-building impact

Job summary

Sylvan Learning Center is seeking a Reading Tutor to help K–12 students strengthen reading skills and confidence using Sylvan’s curriculum and technology. You will provide engaging instruction one-on-one and in small groups, with scheduled hours after school.

Responsibilities include teaching phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension, following preplanned lessons, and documenting student progress. A positive, organized learning environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience reading instruction for K–12 students.
• Ability to manage small groups and individual tutoring.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging reading instruction individually and in groups of up to four students.
• Teach phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and other reading skills.
• Follow Sylvan’s instructional methods, curriculum, and preplanned lessons.
• Help students understand reading assignments and prepare for classroom tests.
• Adapt explanations and support to each student’s academic needs.
• Encourage students and help build their confidence and independence.
• Accurately document student progress and complete instructional notes.
• Use tablets and other instructional technology as required.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and positive learning environment.
• Complete all required Sylvan training.

Skills

Reading instruction

Phonics

Comprehension

English language

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Teaching credential (preferred)

Current enrolled college students (accepted)

Job description

Sylvan Learning is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Reading Tutor to help students strengthen their reading skills and academic confidence.

At Sylvan, we focus on building academic confidence, encouraging intellectual curiosity, and inspiring a love of learning. Our instructors work with students in a positive, structured environment using Sylvan’s established curriculum, technology, and instructional materials.

The Reading Tutor will support K–12 students with areas such as phonics, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and literary analysis. Instructors may also assist students with school assignments, homework, and test preparation.

Required Availability

Applicants must be available during the following instructional hours:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 3:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
• Friday: 3:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.

Actual scheduled shifts and weekly hours may vary based on enrollment, staffing needs, and student schedules.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide engaging reading instruction individually and in groups of up to four students.
• Teach phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and other assigned reading skills.
• Follow Sylvan’s instructional methods, curriculum, and preplanned lessons.
• Help students understand reading assignments and prepare for classroom tests.
• Adapt explanations and support to each student’s academic needs.
• Encourage students and help build their confidence and independence.
• Accurately document student progress and complete instructional notes.
• Use tablets and other instructional technology as required.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and positive learning environment.
• Complete all required Sylvan training.

Requirements

• Strong reading, comprehension, and English-language skills.
• Ability to explain reading concepts clearly and patiently.
• Ability to work with up to three students completing different lessons.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with children or teenagers.
• Consistent availability during the required instructional hours.
• Reliable transportation to the assigned Sylvan center.
• Ability to follow established curriculum and center procedures.
• Ability to complete applicable background-screening requirements, consistent with state and local law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred, not required)
• Teaching credential ((preferred, not required)
• Accepting current enrolled college students
• One to two years of teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience (preferred, not required)
• Experience teaching phonics, fluency, vocabulary, or reading comprehension (preferred, not required)
• Experience supporting students with different academic needs and learning styles (preferred, not required)

Why Join Sylvan Learning?

• Competitive pay of $20–$22 per hour.
• Paid training and professional-development opportunities, when applicable.
• Established curriculum and instructional materials are provided.
• No outside lesson planning or additional work to take home.
• Positive and supportive working environment.
• Meaningful opportunities to help students become stronger, more confident readers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination based on any status protected by federal, state, or local law.