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Getting foundational literacy skills right early will support children to read on grade level and diminish the need for schools to remediate at their current levels. Why Apply When you become an ...

The Literacy Lead is a literacy specialist with expertise in working with educators as adult ... children can learn, by developing students' skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing ...

Getting foundational literacy skills right early will support children to read on grade level and diminish the need for schools to remediate at their current levels. Why Apply When you become an ...

Literacy Specialist Bronx

Bronx, NY · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

SUMMARY Extended Day Activity Instructors lead after-school programming for children and teens at ... STEM, visual art, performing art, literacy, student leadership and character development, sports ...

Literacy Lead

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$53K - $70K/yr

The Literacy Lead is a literacy specialist with expertise in working with educators as adult ... children can learn, by developing students' skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing ...

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How much do children literacy jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for children literacy in the United States is $66,307.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $77,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a children’s literacy specialist?

As a Children’s Literacy Specialist, you can expect your days to include working one-on-one or in small groups with students to assess and improve their reading skills, developing and implementing tailored literacy instruction plans, and collaborating with classroom teachers to support broader curriculum goals. You’ll also track student progress, communicate regularly with parents, and often participate in school-wide literacy initiatives or family reading events. The role combines direct teaching with ongoing observation and documentation, making it dynamic and impactful within educational settings. Strong teamwork and a passion for helping young readers thrive are central to your day-to-day success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the children literacy position?

To excel in a Children’s Literacy Specialist role, you generally need a background in education, early childhood development, or literacy instruction, often supported by a bachelor’s or master's degree and relevant teaching certification. Familiarity with assessment tools, reading intervention programs, and educational software is frequently required. Creativity, patience, and strong communication skills are essential soft skills that help connect with young learners and collaborate with educators and parents. These skills and qualifications enable a specialist to foster a love of reading, identify learning challenges, and design effective literacy interventions for children.

What is a children literacy job?

A Children Literacy job focuses on promoting and improving reading, writing, and comprehension skills in young learners. Professionals in this field work in schools, libraries, nonprofits, or community programs to develop engaging literacy activities and resources. They may also provide support for struggling readers and collaborate with educators and parents to encourage a love for reading.

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Infographic showing various Children Literacy job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,307 per year, or $31.9 per hour.

Literacy Teaching Assistant

Reading Ranch Tutorial Centers

Southlake, TX • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

The Reading Ranch Tutorial Centers offer exclusive and proprietary literacy programs/tutoring that are phonetically based for reading, writing, comprehension, spelling, and critical analysis (CARS). Our founder, Dr. Southwell, developed the curriculum and methods as part of her Doctoral studies based on sound research and proven principles.
Our multi-sensory teaching approach is highly teacher/student interactive. We make reading and writing FUN.
Job Description: Reading Ranch Tutorial Centers are expanding with instructor openings.
As a Reading Ranch literacy teacher, you will guide children to become excellent readers and writers. Our exclusive research-based & scientifically proven Reading Ranch Curriculum implements selective practices that provide enhancement as well as intervention to young readers and writers. No lesson planning or curriculum development is needed. Your focus is on teaching the children!
  • Flexible Part-Time Hours: 3:15 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, Saturday AMs, Sundays PMs.
  • Fall Hours: 3:15 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, Saturday AMs, Sundays AM/PMs.
  • Choose your workdays (2-4 days a week) - perfect for retired literacy teachers and/or college students with some teaching experience

Qualifications:
  • We are seeking candidates that bring out positive aspects in every challenge. You must enjoy being a part of a teaching team environment while passionate about working with children and conversing with parents. You should have a proven track record of being dependable, a quick learner, flexible, and have a strong work ethic. If you can take a lesson plan and create excitement and love of learning to impact our future leaders, then this job is for you!!