Reading Tutor at Impact Kids West Chicago, IL

Impact Kids; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Impact Kids in West Chicago is seeking an energetic reading instructor to join their enrichment programs. The ideal candidate will facilitate personalized tutoring for students aged 4-18 while managing group dynamics. Responsibilities include implementing engaging reading lessons, ensuring safety, and maintaining positive interactions with children and parents. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, with bilingual skills in English and Spanish being a plus. Join Impact Kids to enrich the lives of young learners in a fun, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children in various roles.
• Reading instructor experience (1 – 5 years minimum) required.
• Bilingual preferred: English & Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Implement daily reading tutoring for students aged 4 to 18.
• Conduct 1 on 1 tutoring for personalized learning.
• Teach fundamental reading for skill development.

Skills

Positive attitude and energy

Communication skills

Classroom management

Personalized tutoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

About Us:

Impact Kids has been providing safe, fun, and meaningful enrichment programs for over 5 years, and today we serve students at public and private schools across the country. Students have a safe space to develop, learn, play, and most importantly, just be kids in our before, during, and after school programs!

Who We Are Looking For:

Looking for experienced individuals for teaching and instruction of reading for kids. Candidate must possess a high energy, positive approach with a genuine desire to impact young children’s lives through reading. The ideal candidate would be knowledgeable about reading and be passionate about teaching kids. This individual must provide constructive criticism, implement curriculum, and be a team player. Also demonstrate outstanding communication skills with children and their parents, which include the ability to use clear, concise, and grammatically correct written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families, peers, the leadership team and the larger community.

A Child abuse clearance and criminal checks are required.

Experience Requirements:

A Minimum of 2 years of previous experience working with children; examples include but are not limited to: academic/athletic tutoring, camp counselor, and youth volunteer. Reading instructor/teaching experience (1 – 5 years minimum) required. Bilingual preferred: English & Spanish!

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (preferred but not required)

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Implementing daily reading tutoring to students between the ages of 4 and 18 with different ability levels.
• 1 on 1 Tutoring to connect with individual students for a highly personalized learning experience while managing the group of students.
• Teach fundamental reading to promote skill development and proficiency.
• Group supervision of students with attention to: behavior and group management, health and safety, security, and personal and skill development.
• Ensure the safety of students and team members
• Organize and prepare daily plans in a fun and creative manner.
• Use effective classroom management skills to lead the activity and effectively create a fun environment where everyone feels included.
• Work effectively with fellow Activity Specialists and collaborate on daily responsibilities. Serve as a positive role model to students.
• Follow the Impact Kids Code of Conduct and maintain the Impact Kids look at all times.
• Exhibit Impact Kids Core Values at all times and adhere to all company policies.
• Have fun!

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Be willing to travel. Ability to respond to emergency situations that may require running and climbing stairs.