Part-Time Literacy Tutor

Integration Charter Schools • New York, NY

4h

About The Position

Integration Charter Schools is seeking dedicated, energetic part-time Literacy Tutors to prepare students for and support their success on New York State English Language Arts assessments. Tutors work with small groups and individual students to strengthen reading comprehension, close reading of complex texts, written responses, and test-taking strategies, while building students’ confidence and stamina. The role is described as a good opportunity for education students and aspiring teachers to gain experience in a supportive, co-taught school community.

Tutors prepare students for the grades 3–8 state ELA tests and the ELA Regents exam; teach test formats and strategies; guide students in writing constructed responses and essays using NYS scoring rubrics; and lead practice tests and timed sessions. They also build literacy skills aligned with New York State Next Generation ELA Standards, reinforce classroom instruction with ICS literacy curricula, use data to target skill gaps and track progress, adapt instruction for students with IEPs and English language learners in accordance with testing accommodations, and communicate with teachers and the program coordinator.

The schedule is Wednesdays from 1:00 PM to 6:30 PM and Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Candidates must be available both days, for approximately 9.5 hours per week. Compensation is $40.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Proficiency in New York State ELA assessments and standards, including the grades 3–8 state ELA tests and the ELA Regents exam.
• Experience working with children or adolescents in a school, tutoring, camp, or youth program setting.
• Strong reading and writing skills and the ability to explain strategies clearly in more than one way.
• Reliability and professionalism.
• Availability on both Wednesdays and Saturdays, for approximately 9.5 hours per week.
• Ability to pass required background checks and fingerprint clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Current enrollment in, or completion of, an English education, literacy, or teacher preparation program.
• Experience with test preparation or scoring NYS ELA constructed responses and essays.
• Experience supporting students with IEPs or English language learners.
• Familiarity with EL Education, Fishtank ELA, The Writing Revolution, and the science of reading.

Responsibilities

• Prepare students for the grades 3–8 New York State ELA assessments and the ELA Regents exam.
• Teach students the structure of the tests, including reading passages, multiple-choice questions, short constructed responses, and extended essays.
• Teach and practice test-taking strategies, including annotating passages, finding text evidence, eliminating incorrect answers, and managing time.
• Guide students in writing constructed responses and essays using NYS scoring rubrics, with clear claims and textual evidence.
• Lead practice tests and timed sessions to build stamina and reduce test anxiety.
• Strengthen reading comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency aligned with New York State Next Generation ELA Standards.
• Reinforce classroom instruction using the ICS literacy curriculum, including EL Education and Fishtank ELA.
• Use student data and assessment results to target skill gaps and track progress.
• Adapt instruction for students with IEPs and English language learners, following their testing accommodations.
• Communicate regularly with teachers and the program coordinator about student progress.
• Maintain accurate attendance and session records.
• Show up prepared and on time for every session and collaborate with teachers to use consistent classroom language, texts, and strategies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed