Early Literacy Tutor (3 Hours Per Day) - Emerson Elementary

Empowering Young Minds: Join Our Team as an Early Literacy Tutor!

Oakland Unified School District is seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Literacy Tutor to join our team at Emerson Elementary. As an Early Literacy Tutor, you will play a vital role in developing and improving the early literacy skills of TK - 2nd grade students. This is a part-time position, working 3 hours per day, with a competitive salary range of $16.22 - $18.74 per hour.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly skilled and enthusiastic Early Literacy Tutor to provide intentional, data-driven literacy instruction and intervention to TK - 2nd grade students. The successful candidate will be trained in research-based early literacy strategies and will collaborate with classroom teaching staff and coaches to provide reading instruction driven by benchmark and progress-monitoring data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend SEEDS of Early Literacy Training and/or SIPPS Training and ongoing Early Literacy Tutor trainings throughout the year.
• Provide data-driven literacy instruction and intervention to TK - 2nd grade students, focusing on the "Big Five Literacy Skills".
• Collaborate with Lead Teacher Coach and/or Principal to set the instructional schedule, report student progress, and make data-informed modifications.
• Implement research-based targeted interventions daily with students to support small group differentiated instruction.
• Assess child outcomes and progress using benchmark assessments and ongoing progress monitoring assessments.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Strong interest in education, specifically helping children develop early language and literacy skills.
• Fluent in English, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills, including online database systems and email.
• Energetic, results-oriented, and student-focused style, with strong planning and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College coursework, college degree, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience working with young children, preferably in an early childhood setting.
• Valid California Driver's License, if applicable.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary range: $16.22 - $18.74 per hour.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of TK - 2nd grade students.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

If you are a motivated individual ready to contribute to a thriving team, we encourage you to apply now!