Join the Oakland Unified School District Team as an Early Literacy Tutor and Make a Difference in the Lives of Young Learners
Are you passionate about education and dedicated to helping children develop essential literacy skills? Do you have a strong interest in working with young students and a desire to make a positive impact on their educational journey? If so, we invite you to apply for the Early Literacy Tutor - Hiring Pool position at Oakland Unified School District (OUSD). As an Early Literacy Tutor, you will play a vital role in supporting the development of early literacy skills in TK - 2nd grade students, particularly in Math Literacy and Tutoring.
About Oakland Unified School District
Oakland Unified School District is a vibrant and diverse school district committed to providing high-quality education to all students. We believe in fostering a culture of inclusivity, equity, and excellence, and we are dedicated to supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of every student. Our district is comprised of a talented and passionate team of educators, administrators, and staff who are united in their commitment to making a difference in the lives of young learners.
Job Summary
We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic educators to join our team as Early Literacy Tutors. As an Early Literacy Tutor, you will work closely with classroom teachers, coaches, and other support staff to provide targeted literacy instruction and intervention to TK - 2nd grade students. This is a part-time position with a competitive hourly rate of $16.22 - $18.74. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, a patient and positive demeanor, and a passion for working with young children.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend Sensitivity, Encouragement, Education, Development through Doing and Self-Image Support (SEEDS) of Early Literacy Training, and/or Systematic Instruction in Phonological Awareness, Phonics and Sight Words (SIPPS) and ongoing Early Literacy Tutor trainings throughout the year.
- Provide intentional, data-driven literacy instruction and intervention during all parts of the day to improve the reading skills of TK - 2nd grade children, specifically focusing on the "Big Five Literacy Skills": phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, etc.
- Collaborate with the Lead Teacher Coach, and/or Principal to set the instructional schedule at the beginning of the year, report student progress, and make data-informed modifications frequently.
- Implement all elements of the research-based targeted interventions daily with students to support small group differentiated instruction with a minimum of four small groups a day.
- Assess, with a high level of accuracy, child outcomes and progress using fall, winter and spring benchmark assessments and ongoing progress monitoring assessments.
- Use scripted early literacy interventions with identified children in a one-on-one and/or small group setting daily; achieve a high degree of fidelity to each scripted intervention.
- Participate in literacy coaching sessions two times per month with a Coach to review student progress, plan, problem-solve and set goals; incorporate constructive feedback based on observations.
- Record student and program data completely and accurately in an online database and/or Excel document on a weekly basis, or as designated by the intervention program.
Essential Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Strong interest in education, specifically helping children develop early language and literacy skills.
- Speak, read, write and understand English fluently.
- Computer skills, including the ability to navigate and use online database systems and e-mail daily.
- Energetic, results-oriented, student-focused style, coupled with strong planning and time management skills.
- Must be 18 years old or older.
Preferred Qualifications
- College coursework, college degree, or equivalent work experience or strong community experience.
- Experience working with young children, preferably in an early childhood setting.
- Must be able to attend the 4-day TK SEEDS of Early Learning training and/or SIPPS Training, as designated by Early Literacy Coaches.
- Patience, positive attitude, adaptability/flexibility, sense of humor, and ability to relate to diverse groups of people and sustain relationships/rapport.
- Non-judgmental.
- Valid California Driver's License, if applicable.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build and maintain quality working relationships with students, coaches, school administrators, and parents and program staff.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work separately with a child within a larger context of child/tutor groups.
- Ability to keep tutoring sessions lively and dynamic.
- Ability to gather learner performance data on a daily basis, and chart the data to allow a visual display of improvements made in the program.
- Ability to recognize and adapt to the needs of the students.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality about students.
- Ability to maintain professional conduct at all times.
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
As an Early Literacy Tutor at OUSD, you will have opportunities to grow professionally and develop your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. You will receive training and coaching from experienced educators, and you will have access to ongoing professional development opportunities to help you stay current on best practices in early literacy instruction.
Work Environment and Company Culture
Oakland Unified School District is committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and excellence. We believe in fostering a culture of collaboration, respect, and empathy, and we are dedicated to supporting the well-being and success of all employees.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
The hourly rate for this position is $16.22 - $18.74. As an OUSD employee, you will also be eligible for a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated and enthusiastic educator who is passionate about working with young children, we encourage you to apply for the Early Literacy Tutor - Hiring Pool position at Oakland Unified School District. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!
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