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

Workstream; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Curriculum provided

No take-home work

Supportive environment

Student impact

Job summary

Sylvan Learning seeks an enthusiastic Reading Tutor to support K-12 students in reading. You will help strengthen phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, building confidence through structured activities and progress tracking.

You’ll teach individually and in small groups, follow Sylvan’s curriculum, and document student progress. The role involves afternoon/evening hours and requires use of tablets and classroom technology.

Qualifications

• Strong reading, comprehension, and English-language skills required.
• Ability to explain reading concepts clearly and patiently.
• Experience with children or teenagers in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging reading instruction individually and in groups.
• Teach phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and other reading skills.
• Follow Sylvan curriculum and preplanned lessons.
• Help students prepare for classroom tests and complete instructional notes.
• Use tablets and instructional technology as required.
• Maintain a safe, organized, positive learning environment.

Skills

Strong reading and English-language

Explain concepts clearly

Work with groups of students

Written and verbal communication

Experience with children/teens

Technology usage (tablets)

Education

Bachelor's degree / teaching credential / education coursework

1–2 years teaching/tutoring experience

Experience teaching phonics/fluency/reading

Experience supporting diverse learners

Tools

Tablets and instructional tech

Job description

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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, teaching credential, current college enrollment, or relevant coursework in education, English, literacy, or a related area.
• One to two years of teaching, tutoring, or classroom experience.
• Experience teaching phonics, fluency, vocabulary, or reading comprehension.
• Experience supporting students with different academic needs and learning styles.

Why Join Sylvan Learning?

• Competitive pay of $18-$20 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.

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