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KIPP

5-8 Reading Specialist

Kansas City, MO · On-site

The 5-8 Reading Interventionist supports teachers in delivering high-quality education to students ... The Instructional Assistant plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive classroom ...

KIPP

6 - 8 Reading Interventionist

Kansas City, MO

The 5-8 Reading Interventionist supports teachers in delivering high-quality education to students ... The Instructional Assistant plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive classroom ...

KIPP

5-8 Reading Specialist

Kansas City, MO

The 5-8 Reading Interventionist supports teachers in delivering high-quality education to students ... The Instructional Assistant plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive classroom ...

KIPP

6 - 8 Reading Interventionist

Kansas City, MO · On-site

The 5-8 Reading Interventionist supports teachers in delivering high-quality education to students ... The Instructional Assistant plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive classroom ...

Ready Readers

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Program Assistant

Olivette, MO · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

The Program Assistant supports our program by reaching out to Ready Readers sites to confirm enrollment information for the school year. This person will make phone calls to the sites, receive phone ...

Allegiance

Model, co-plan, co-deliver reading instruction; * Assist classroom teachers by providing them with additional strategies for those students who have been identified for additional instruction; * Work ...

Prime Healthcare

Telemetry LPN

Kansas City, MO · On-site

Notify clinical staff of significant changes in patient condition or telemetry readings * Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and provide basic care support * Educate patients and ...

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What does a reading assistant do?

A typical day for a Reading Assistant involves working closely with students either one-on-one or in small groups to support their reading skills, following lesson plans or reading activities created by lead teachers. You’ll spend time monitoring student progress, providing feedback, and adapting support based on individual needs. Tasks may also include helping to organize reading materials, using educational technology to track progress, and collaborating with teachers to report on student development. The environment is usually a classroom or library setting, where you play a crucial role in creating a supportive and engaging learning atmosphere.

What is a reading assistant?

A Reading Assistant helps students develop their reading skills by providing support, guidance, and encouragement. They may listen to students read aloud, assist with comprehension exercises, and offer feedback to improve fluency and confidence. Reading Assistants often work in schools, libraries, or tutoring programs, supporting teachers and literacy programs. This role is essential for helping learners, especially young children or struggling readers, develop strong literacy skills.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a reading assistant?

To thrive as a Reading Assistant, you need strong literacy skills, a background in education or child development, and an understanding of reading intervention strategies. Familiarity with educational software, digital reading platforms, and basic classroom technology is often required. Patience, encouragement, and excellent interpersonal communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These qualities are essential for effectively supporting diverse learners, fostering a positive reading environment, and reinforcing literacy development.

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WORK STUDY RECIPIENT ONLY- Reading Buddy Program Student Asst

Drury University

Springfield, MO • On-site

Other

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
This position supports the Ready Buddy Program.
Duties/Responsibilities:
This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
  • Assist elementary age students strengthen their reading skills, build confidence, and discover a love of learning.
Required Skills/Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to handle confidential material
  • Ability to use professional interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Ability to use effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to use basic office machines, basic computer programs, email/social media/website, and spreadsheet computer software
  • Ability to organize and prioritize workload efficiently and in a timely manner in order to complete job responsibilities
Education and Experience:
  • Must be a regular, full-time student, enrolled in at least 12 hours per semester
  • Must have a completed FAFSA on file with Financial Aid for the current academic year

Work Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

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