WR Afterschool Literacy Pod Tutor

WR Afterschool Literacy Pod Tutor

Seasonal Part-Time/Full-time Non-Exempt 

Salary Range: $25 per hour

In-Person – Sept '25 – May '26 (28 Weeks)

Wood River

PROVIDE READING TUTORING FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
Lee Pesky Learning Center is hiring tutors for our after-school program which is part which will be part of the after-school program of YMCA held in Alturas Elementary.

This program is designated to help students who are English Language Learners or simply need help catching up on school readiness.

Learning to read is one of the most important predictors of school success. Your efforts this school year will make a difference in the lives of young students!

The program runs Tuesday and Thursday, around 2:45 pm -4:45pm.  Availability will be starting in September, and the program runs for 13 weeks in the fall semester and 15 weeks in the spring semester.  Each pod will consist of 3-5 students.

Company Description

Are you ready to significantly impact the lives of individuals who face obstacles to learning? Lee Pesky Learning Center (LPLC) is seeking Literacy pod tutors to join our team for the YMCA Afterschool program in Wood River to be held at Alturus Elementary School. 

LPLC , a leader in education nonprofits, is a comprehensive training, service, and research center with a rich history and a promising future. Located in Boise, Idaho, with a satellite office in the Sun Valley area, LPLC was founded in 1997 by Alan and Wendy Pesky in honor of their son, Lee. 

Today, LPLC provides evaluation and one-on-one intensive intervention to individuals facing obstacles to learning while also training teachers in the classroom and supporting students in schools and communities. We recognize that obstacles to learning can be multi-faceted, and we understand the power of prevention.

Tutors working for Lee Pesky Literacy Pods will teach elementary-aged students to small groups (pods). Tutors will teach within a pre-established program and will work alongside other adults who want to contribute to making a difference in the lives of young learners. The Tutor follows a scripted, evidence-based instructional program and uses research-based instructional methods to teach young students how to read. The Tutor is responsible for maintaining administrative documents including parent consent forms, attendance records, and notes about lesson progress.

Why Join Us?

• Transformative Work: Be a key player in transforming educational experience for students who learn differently. At LPLC, comprehensive evaluations assess self-regulation, information processing, and academic skills.  Results are integrated across the three areas, and recommendations are crafted to address the individual’s unique learning, social, and emotional needs.


• Collaborative Environment: Work with a team of dedicated professionals committed to making a difference. Collaboration is at the heart of our integrated service delivery system, ensuring that each student receives comprehensive support.
  

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach foundational reading skills to elementary school students
  
  
  
  • 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
  
  
  
  

Essential Job Functions 

• Be available Tuesday and Thursday during the FY25-26 as outlined above 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

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate


• 18 years age or older

• Experience working with young children


• Knowledge of how to effectively interact with children 


• Ability to speak Spanish, highly preferred


• 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

Lee Pesky Learning Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity at all levels.