Reading Tutor (K-5)

Reading Tutor

About the Role:

As a Reading Tutor at Braintrust Tutors, you’ll work with upper elementary and middle school students in a school setting to strengthen their reading comprehension, fluency, and critical thinking skills. Using our structured intervention programs and materials, you’ll deliver consistent, high-impact tutoring that meets each student where they are.

About Us:

Braintrust Tutors is a nimble, mission-focused company transforming the way students access high-quality, high-impact tutoring. Through innovative technology, data-informed practices, and strong district partnerships, we deliver scalable impact where it's needed most. If you're passionate about education and energized by big challenges, we want you on our team.

Tutoring Details:

• Start Date - End of September 


• 12-week tutoring assignment


• School Hours - More details to come on days and times


• 3-4 days a week


• K-5th grade


• 45-minute sessions/small groups

What You Will  Do:

• Provide small-group in-person tutoring in reading for students in grades K-5th


• Implement Braintrust’s intervention programs as designed, using all materials with fidelity


• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly


• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and academic performance


• Collaborate with the Braintrust Operations team and school staff to support student growth

• Foster a supportive and engaging classroom environment that promotes focus and confidence

• Follow school-site procedures and policies while maintaining a professional and dependable presence

• Use provided assessments and progress monitoring tools for understanding to guide instruction


• Manage time effectively during sessions to complete all planned instructional activities
  

What You Will Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field


• Active or expired teaching license


• Experience with advanced reading instruction that includes morphology-based word study, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and writing skills covering grammar, syntax, and multi-paragraph composition using a structured scope and sequence.


• Experience working with upper elementary and middle school-aged students preferred


• Strong classroom management and communication skills


• Comfort navigating a school environment and collaborating with teachers and staff


• Punctuality, professionalism, and reliability for all scheduled sessions


• Passion for literacy and closing opportunity gaps

Next Steps!

• Join an information session to learn more about how our tutoring works - invitations to qualified tutors will be sent in early to mid August
  


• Complete a one-way interview


• Meet with a Recruiter to ask any questions that you have about working with us

Braintrust Tutors is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and celebrates diversity.