WR Summer Bridge Literacy Pod Tutor

Summer Bridge Literacy Pod Tutor

Seasonal Part-Time/Full-time Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $25 per hour

In-Person – June – July 2026 (Dates to be determined)

Wood River

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 Summer Bridge program in Wood River

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 during the summer months. Tutors will teach within a pre-established program and will be supported by the Director of School & Community Programs and an onsite lead tutor. Tutors 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.


• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: LPLC is committed to improving school and life outcomes of individuals facing learning or attention challenges while also addressing the systemic obstacles faced by our communities.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach foundational reading skills to first grade
  
  
  
  • 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 Monday through Thursday as assigned, 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 diploma

• Experience working with young children


• Knowledge of how to effectively interact with children ages 5 – 8


• 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

 How to Apply

• Submit your resume 
  


• Complete the application questionnaire online.


• Please contact [email protected] for any questions

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