Title I Reading/ELA Tutor - Bellingham Memorial School

Bellingham Public Schools • Bellingham, MA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Bellingham Public Schools is hiring a Title I Reading/English Language Arts Tutor for Bellingham Memorial School for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a one-year position funded through the 2026–2027 Title I Grant. The tutor provides small-group instruction in Reading/English Language Arts both in and out of the classroom. The position is up to 19.5 hours per week, with the number of weeks dependent on available grant funding.

The tutor assesses, documents, and instructs students based on diagnosed needs; teaches ELA and Reading content, strategies, and skills; and tracks progress toward improved MCAS performance. The role also includes administering Reading assessments, preparing progress reports, maintaining student data, attending Title I staff and parent meetings or workshops as needed, and supporting the Title I Reading/ELA Lead Teacher. The tutor evaluates and recommends materials, programs, or apps for the school-wide Title I program and uses available technology, such as iPads, while maintaining its upkeep and safety.

The position pays $30 per hour and reports to the Title I Lead Teacher and Building Principal.

Requirements

• Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education, hold at least an associate degree, or meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate knowledge of and ability in Reading or Writing readiness instruction.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching Reading or English at the K–6 level in accordance with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
• Understanding of or experience using rubrics and standards-based units of instruction.
• Experience with DIBELS, UFLI, TOSWRF, and Running Records.

Responsibilities

• Assess, document, and instruct students according to diagnosed needs in English Language Arts and Reading.
• Teach students ELA/Reading content, strategies, and skills.
• Document student progress toward improving MCAS performance.
• Administer Reading assessments.
• Attend Title I staff meetings and Title I parent meetings or workshops as necessary.
• Create progress reports, help with student assessments, maintain student data, and assist the Title I Reading/ELA Lead Teacher as needed.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate materials, programs, and apps for the Title I school-wide program.
• Incorporate available technology, such as iPads, in tutoring sessions and ensure the upkeep and safety of that technology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree