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Will Carleton Academy

Early Literacy Coach

Hillsdale, MI · On-site

$46K - $60K/yr

... instruction or tutoring in the context of modeling and coaching in or outside of teachers ... the early literacy coach's role for staff. • Demonstrates genuine concern for students in a ...

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How much do early literacy tutor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for early literacy tutor in the United States is $21.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an early literacy tutor?

An Early Literacy Tutor is a trained individual who works with young children, typically in preschool through early elementary grades, to help develop foundational reading and writing skills. Their responsibilities include guiding children through activities that build phonemic awareness, vocabulary, letter recognition, and comprehension. Early Literacy Tutors often work in schools, libraries, or community programs, either one-on-one or in small groups. Their goal is to support children in becoming confident and proficient readers at an early age.

How do early literacy tutors typically collaborate with classroom teachers to support student progress?

Early Literacy Tutors often work closely with classroom teachers to align tutoring sessions with classroom instruction and individual student needs. Regular communication allows tutors to share observations, discuss student challenges, and adjust lesson plans based on teacher feedback. This collaboration helps ensure that tutoring reinforces curriculum goals and addresses specific literacy skills, creating a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an early literacy tutor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Early Literacy Tutor, you need a solid understanding of literacy development, basic teaching strategies, and often a background in education or child development. Familiarity with phonics programs, assessment tools, and digital learning platforms is typically required. Patience, creativity, and strong interpersonal communication help build trust and engagement with young learners. These skills foster a supportive learning environment that promotes foundational reading skills and academic confidence in children.

What is the difference between Early Literacy Tutor vs Reading Specialist?

AspectEarly Literacy TutorReading Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in education or related field; certifications in literacy or teaching may be preferredRequires a bachelor's degree, often a master's in education or reading, plus certification in reading or literacy specialist credentials
Work EnvironmentWorks one-on-one or in small groups with early learners, often in schools, tutoring centers, or community programsWorks in schools, districts, or private settings, focusing on diagnosing and improving reading skills for students of various ages
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, tutoring centers, non-profitsSchool districts, educational agencies, private practices

While both roles focus on literacy development, an Early Literacy Tutor primarily works with young children to build foundational reading skills, often in informal or community settings. A Reading Specialist typically has advanced credentials and works within schools to diagnose reading difficulties and develop targeted interventions for students of various ages.

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Infographic showing various Early Literacy Tutor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,788 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Literacy Tutor (2026-2027)

OnYourMark Education

Dallas, TX • Remote

$17.50/hr

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Job description

Who We Are

OnYourMark Education is a high dosage virtual tutoring service providing individualized virtual literacy instruction grounded in the science of reading. We partner with schools as a supplement to the literacy instruction already in place to ensure students get the foundational reading skills they need to excel!


Why We Exist

OnYourMark exists to ensure that the students we serve have a strong foundation to become thriving readers. We also believe that spreading an understanding of the science of how children learn to read can be transformative for tutors, teachers, children, and families. 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 OnYourMark Literacy Tutor, you commit to supporting students in becoming lifelong readers with the foundational reading skills to tackle future school and life challenges. Becoming an OnYourMark Literacy Tutor is right for you if you are invested in having an impact on the lives of young people, are committed to learning new skills, and are inspired by being a part of eradicating educational inequities.  


Who Should Apply

Becoming an OnYourMark Literacy Tutor is perfect for college students, college-aged students taking gap years, recent high school and college graduates, current tutors, and retired and part-time educators. It is ideal for those who love working with children and are interested in learning more about a career in education. Successfully building tutoring skills will open up possibilities to continue as a tutor, tutor coach, and build a resume that opens doors for future opportunities in schools as teachers, leaders, and beyond. 


Position Overview

OnYourMark Literacy Tutors provide virtual high-dosage tutoring to Kindergarten through 8th-grade students grounded in the science of reading. Tutors learn how to teach an explicit phonics curriculum to support the development of foundational reading skills. Literacy Tutors will support students through one-on-one or small groups in a virtual setting. This individualized approach will increase the speed at which students develop as readers by third grade, the year that research shows students must master these skills to engage in increasingly complex texts as they progress in school and life. 


Upon successful completion of onboarding and training requirements, tutors will enter the Tutoring Pool. During this time, tutors will sign up for available one-off tutoring sessions in need of substitute coverage until they are offered a schedule. Schedule assignments are based on school schedule needs and tutor availability. OnYourMark shall use its best efforts to provide a placement for tutors to provide tutoring services, but shall not guarantee a specific placement. 


Your Commitments

  • Participate in paid virtual pre-service training: approximately 22 hours for new tutors or 4 hours for most returning tutors. 
  • Attend and complete ongoing professional development learning sessions and scheduled coaching, individualized or small group sessions, as assigned during active tutoring contract. 
  • Manage a caseload of students by building strong relationships, collecting data regarding progress, preparing lesson materials, and supporting students in their prescribed learning sequence.
  • Track student reading skill progress over the course of tutoring sessions via scheduled progress monitoring assessment and student survey completions.
  • Commit to a tutoring schedule aligned with the academic calendar year. Programming typically runs from September through June, though hours and schedules can vary considerably within that window. There is typically a 3-4 week break in tutoring around the holidays December and January, aligned with typical school breaks. Exact dates may vary by school. Limited summer hours may be available in July.
  • To effectively support our program, tutors must be available during the hours when OnYourMark offers tutoring services.
  • Learn from literacy experts and deepen your understanding of how children learn to read, grounded in the science of reading.
  • Inspire a love of reading and learning in the students you serve.


Additional requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Hold a high school diploma or equivalent, GED
  • Reside within the contiguous U.S., Hawaii, or Alaska and be authorized to work in the U.S. 
  • Tutors must satisfy an online comprehensive background check and, if applicable, complete the appropriate fingerprinting requirements outlined by each school partner assignment.
  • Have a computer with a Chrome browser and a working microphone &video. Your internet connection must support a minimum of 25 megabytes per second for download and 25 megabytes per second for upload.


Compensation

Literacy Tutors are compensated at a rate of $17.50/hour for non-student-facing activities including training,  tutor development, administrative tasks, and in scope tutoring lesson preparation. Early Literacy Tutors are also compensated at a rate of $18.25/hour for facilitating tutoring sessions and other student-facing activities.


Tutors also have the opportunity to substitute for additional one-off sessions as available for additional compensation.