Why This Role Stands Out
This part-time Reading Specialist role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on students' literacy development within a supportive, therapist-led environment. If you possess a MA Reading Teacher License and a passion for fostering reading skills, you'll thrive in this position with manageable caseloads and competitive hourly compensation. Apply today to join a dedicated team and contribute to a love of learning!
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Job Description
Come work for a local woman-SLP-owned company based in Boston.. where we value YOUR work and make sure that caseloads are MANAGEABLE and that YOU have an appropriate space to work with the materials you need to do your job. Since we are owned and operated by therapists, we understand the unique needs of therapists.
Boston Speech Therapy is looking for a Reading Specialist to join our team for a part-time, in-person position. In this role, you will provide individualized support to students facing challenges with reading and literacy. Your expertise will help foster strong reading skills and promote a love for learning. The position is 20 hours per week, four days a week, five hours per day, and pays $80–$85 per hour.
Responsibilities:
- Administer assessments to evaluate students' reading levels and identify specific needs
- Develop and implement tailored instructional plans that address individual student challenges
- Provide one-on-one or small group reading instruction focusing on fluency, comprehension, and phonics
- Employ a range of evidence-based teaching strategies and materials to enhance learning
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and specialists to monitor progress and modify instruction as necessary
- Keep detailed records of student progress and assessment results
- Must have an MA Reading Teacher Licence
- Previous experience as a Reading Specialist or in a related educational role
- Strong grasp of evidence-based reading instruction methods
- Familiarity with specialized reading programs such as OG or Wilson is a plus
- Ability to assess individual student needs and develop effective intervention strategies
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Flexibility in adapting instruction to meet diverse learning needs
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
1099 contract position
Part-time
$80-85 per hour
20 hours per week | 4 days per week | 5 hours per day