United Readers Mentors - Lorna J. Kesterson Elementary School

United Way of Southern Nevada Inc • Henderson, NV

3d • Onsite

About The Position

United Readers Mentors support kindergarten through fifth-grade students in Southern Nevada by helping improve literacy skills and reading fluency. Using a predetermined curriculum, lesson plans, and guidance from school learning facilitators, mentors lead lessons and activities for small groups during reading intervention blocks. The program aims to strengthen students’ foundational reading skills, increase reading proficiency, and improve third-grade reading scores.

Mentors serve as ambassadors for United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) and help address barriers that contribute to students’ learning gaps. They work at an assigned school site and may occasionally report in person to UWSN’s office. The position is part-time, temporary, and grant-funded, with work anticipated during the 2026–2027 school year and continuation dependent on program requirements and available funding. The posting gives an anticipated employment period of November 2026 through May 2027, while also describing work from late November 2026 through the end of June 2027.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform duties during the school day and work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Desire to work with young children and ability to explain lessons and activities clearly and effectively.
• Patience and ability to collaborate with other mentors and staff.
• Basic computer skills and comfort using Microsoft Office.
• Reliable transportation.
• Valid government-issued photo ID.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in or experience with education or a related field, a community and service mindset, and willingness to learn.
• Experience with young children and child development is encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead student groups according to the provided curriculum, lesson plans, and training.
• Develop and lead age- and content-appropriate activities based on children’s assessed and identified needs.
• Provide a safe and respectful learning experience and space for children.
• Facilitate and score assessments.
• Review and analyze student assessment and other data, and set goals for students.
• Submit data consistently by required deadlines.
• Communicate with school site staff and UWSN program staff.
• Attend required training days and orientation sessions.
• Represent UWSN professionally and act as an ambassador in accordance with its policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED