Job Description
The Reading Room is a Calgary-based structured literacy tutoring practice supporting children with reading and writing challenges. We are looking for passionate and reliable tutors to join our team.
Services We Offer
Specialized Assessments and Tutoring
Individualized support tailored to meet the unique needs of children with reading and writing challenges.
Orton-Gillingham Literacy Instruction
Evidence-based, multi-sensory methods to build foundational literacy skills and confidence.
Collaborative Support
Close collaboration with parents, teachers, and schools to provide targeted interventions and strategies.
Who You Are
You are passionate, adaptable, and driven to help students succeed. You enjoy creating interactive, fun, and meaningful learning experiences. You bring:
- A proven ability to engage with children of all abilities, including those with dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, and other learning differences.
- A talent for making learning joyful and engaging, ensuring students feel supported and confident.
- Substantial teaching and/or tutoring experience.
- An ability to use assessment strategies to identify gaps in learning.
- Comfort with technology and the ability to teach both online and in-person.
- Excellent grammar, spelling, and writing skills.
- Strong communication skills and a reliable, professional approach to email and scheduling.
- A flexible and dependable nature.
- A commitment to ongoing professional growth and learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1-1 and small group structured literacy instruction tailored to each student's specific needs.
- Develop and implement lesson plans that are research-based and align with the Science of Reading.
- Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting instruction as necessary to ensure ongoing development.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and strategies for supporting learning at home.
- Respond promptly to scheduling messages and administrative communications from The Reading Room.
Additional Responsibilities
As part of your role, we ask tutors to participate minimally in creating content for our social media platforms. This may include sharing teaching insights, highlighting success stories, or showcasing engaging activities that resonate with our mission.
Qualifications We're Looking For
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or equivalent teaching degree, with a valid Canadian Teaching Certificate. Currently enrolled B.Ed. students are welcome to apply.
- Training and/or certification in Orton-Gillingham or Structured Literacy methods is preferred.
- Availability for a minimum commitment of 2 days per week, approximately 3 hours per day, between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
- Additional daytime hours may be available during the summer months for tutors with weekday daytime flexibility.
- Must be available to start in summer 2026 and continue through the 2026-2027 school year. Applicants who are only available for the summer will not be considered.
Why Join Us
- Work with an established practice with a strong reputation and consistent student demand.
- Pre-developed lesson resources and an established scope and sequence to support your planning, with the autonomy to bring your own professional skills and materials.
- Administrative support is handled for you, including scheduling, family communication, and billing.
- Direct access to an experienced literacy practitioner for guidance on student strategies and instructional questions.
- Flexible after-school schedule that works well alongside academic, teaching, or other commitments.
If you're ready to make a lasting impact and share our passion for literacy and learning, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your resume and references to Carlin at [email protected]. Please also include a brief cover letter that addresses:
- Why you're interested in this role specifically
- Your experience with structured literacy or Orton-Gillingham instruction
- A specific example of supporting a student with reading challenges
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00-$55.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- This role requires availability to start in summer 2026 and continue through the 2026-2027 school year. Are you able to commit to a consistent schedule of at least 2 days per week, approximately 3 hours per day, for the 2026-27 school year?
- You must have a valid Canadian teaching degree and classroom teaching experience in Canada OR be currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or similar program. Do you meet this requirement? Please DO NOT apply unless you have a Bachelor's of Education degree OR are in a Bachelor's of Education program.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Work Location: In person
