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

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Curriculum provided

No take-home work

Supportive environment

Job summary

Sylvan Learning Center in Vacaville, CA is seeking an enthusiastic Reading Tutor to strengthen students’ reading skills and boost academic confidence. Instructors use Sylvan’s curriculum, technology, and materials in a positive, structured setting.

The Reading Tutor will support K–12 students with phonics, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, and may assist with homework and test prep. Availability is required during specified evenings and Saturday hours.

Qualifications

• Strong reading, comprehension, and English-language skills.
• Ability to explain reading concepts clearly and patiently.
• Experience with tutoring or teaching children/teens preferred.
• Comfortable working with multiple students at once.
• Familiarity with Sylvan’s curriculum and methods preferred.

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 tests.
• Adapt explanations to each student’s needs and pace.
• Encourage confidence and independent learning.
• Document student progress and complete instructional notes.
• Use tablets and other instructional technology as required.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and positive learning environment.
• Complete required Sylvan training.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Phonics instruction

Verbal communication

Patience

Teaching ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching credential

Enrolled students welcome

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 based on any status protected by federal, state, or local law.

2031 Harbison Dr Ste C, Vacaville, CA 95687, USA