WR Summer Bridge Literacy Pod Tutor

LPLC • Hailey, ID

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Lee Pesky Learning Center (LPLC) is seeking Literacy pod tutors to join our team for the Summer Bridge program in Wood River. LPLC is a leader in education nonprofits, providing comprehensive training, service, and research. Founded in 1997, LPLC offers evaluation and intensive intervention to individuals facing learning obstacles, trains teachers, and supports students in schools and communities. The Summer Bridge program focuses on elementary-aged students, with tutors following a scripted, evidence-based instructional program and using research-based methods to teach reading. Tutors will be supported by the Director of School & Community Programs and an onsite lead tutor, working alongside other dedicated professionals. The role involves teaching foundational reading skills, maintaining administrative documents, and communicating with parents.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Experience working with young children
• Knowledge of how to effectively interact with children ages 5 – 8
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Skilled in using computerized office programs
• Well organized, detail-oriented
• Comfortable in a teamwork situation
• Good problem-solving capabilities

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak Spanish, highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Teach foundational reading skills to first grade
• Follow scripted lessons for each session
• Collect and maintain on-going data (every session) on student performance
• Maintain close communication with parents or guardians
• Provide a Learning Update to the parents or guardian every week
• Conduct a final meeting with client/parents
• Write Progress Reports
• End of Program Progress Reports at the end of program session
• Attend parent/community events
• Attend all events and training as required
• Be available Monday through Thursday as assigned, and promptly arrive for scheduled sessions
• Provide instruction in reading using a scripted reading program
• Provide individualized and/or small group instruction to achieve program goals
• Read orally with accuracy and clear articulation
• Monitor achievement of students (administer, score, and record progress monitoring measures)
• Compose, edit, and prepare accurate evaluations or progress reports
• Maintain accurate attendance records and document progress
• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding the client’s program and progress
• React to change productively
• Use excellent interpersonal skills and remain calm in an emotionally charged environment
• Maintain confidential records and files
• Communicate effectively through written and spoken English using correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
• Model professionalism through behavior and appearance

What This Job Offers

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