About Reading Allowed
Our mission is to provide struggling readers of all ages, regardless of their ability to pay, with individualized evidence based structured literacy instruction in schools, prisons and communities, delivered by highly trained instructors. We are dedicated to promptly identifying children at risk of reading failure, providing appropriate instruction and sharing the tools to implement best practices.
Job Description
Reading Allowed has partnered with several schools and community organizations in the Philadelphia area to provide structured literacy instruction to struggling readers in grades K-8. Based on student needs, Reading Allowed instructors provide small group or 1:1 structured literacy lessons. We are currently hiring part-time and full-time instructors with in-person and virtual options both during and after school hours.
Pay: Up to $50.00/hour
Position Responsibilities
- Provide individual or small groups of 2-4 students structured literacy instr
- Develop skill-appropriate lesson plans
- Maintain all required Reading Allowed records
- Ensure supervision of students to assure their safety
- Meet with Reading Allowed personnel, classroom teachers, principals, and parents as needed
- Other duties may be assigned
Required Experience and Skills
- A deep understanding of the Science of Reading
- Must have a Wilson® Reading System Level I or Level II Certificate and/or Wilson® Fundations training and experience
- Must have and utilize Wilson® Reading System 4th Edition
- All state mandated clearances are required (Child Abuse, Criminal background checks, Act 126 Certificate, FBI fingerprints, etc.)
- Proficient in Google Workspace, MS Office, Zoom, etc.
To Apply
Interested candidates are asked to submit the materials listed below to jobs@readingallowed.org. Please mention the specific position (part time or full time) you are applying for in your subject line.
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Up to three letters of reference (optional)
Reading Allowed is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Reading Allowed is a 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to provide struggling readers of all ages, regardless of their ability to pay, with individualized evidence based structured literacy instruction in schools, prisons and communities, delivered by highly trained instructors. We are dedicated to promptly identifying children at risk of reading failure, providing appropriate instruction and sharing the tools to implement best practices.
Reading Allowed is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage candidates who reflect the diversity of our student population to apply.
