United Readers Mentors - Mater Academy Sahara

United Way of Southern Nevada Inc • Las Vegas, NV

6d • Onsite

About The Position

United Way of Southern Nevada is hiring a part-time, temporary, grant-funded United Readers Mentor to support literacy development among kindergarten through fifth-grade students at Mater Academy Sahara in Las Vegas. Mentors use provided curriculum, lesson plans, and training to lead small-group reading intervention lessons and activities in coordination with school learning facilitators. The program aims to strengthen students’ foundational reading skills, improve fluency and third-grade reading scores, and help students build confidence and resilience as lifelong learners.

The mentor works on site at an assigned school during the school day, Monday through Friday, for approximately 28–30 hours per week. The anticipated employment period is November 2026 through May 2027; the posting also describes work continuing through the end of June 2027, subject to program requirements and available grant funding. Mentors may occasionally report in person to the UWSN office. The role includes required orientation and training, regular data and timesheet reporting, and monthly informal observations, with formal evaluations during and near the end of the school year.

This position is supported by state funds provided by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR). Continued employment beyond the current award period is not guaranteed and depends on future funding. UWSN welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and perspectives and provides reasonable accommodations during the application and employment process.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform duties during the school day and work Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Interest in education or a related field, a community- and service-oriented mindset, and willingness to learn.
• 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 identification.
• Ability to perform the essential duties; reasonable accommodations may be available.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or interest in education or a related field.
• Experience with young children and child development; encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead student groups using the provided curriculum, lesson plans, and training.
• Develop and lead age- and content-appropriate activities based on children's assessed and identified needs.
• Provide children with a safe and respectful learning experience and space.
• Facilitate and score assessments.
• Review and analyze assessment and other student data, and set goals accordingly.
• 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 serve as a program ambassador in accordance with its policies and procedures.
• Maintain accountability for timesheets and reporting requirements and participate in data analysis and goal setting.

What This Job Offers

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