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Reading Specialist

Delavan, WI · On-site +1

$79K - $85K/yr

The specialist will deliver direct instruction and interventions, and supervise, coach, and mentor ... Developing reading intervention. * Delivering literacy instruction with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and ...

Quantum Education Professionals

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Wilson Reading Teacher

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$40 - $65/hr

Wilson Reading Teacher - ESY (Philadelphia, PA) Pay range: $45-$60/hour Our team has an opportunity ... Mentorship opportunities * $600 annual continuing education reimbursement (full-time staff)

SiSTEM

Reading & Writing Tutor

Fulshear, TX · On-site

Strong candidates typically have: * 3+ years of teaching, tutoring, or academic mentoring experience in reading, writing, or English Language Arts. * Deep expertise in at least one of the reading or ...

Veteran Jobs - 2023 Mar 01 - Veterans Resources

$35/hr

We work with the most struggling readers, including children with word reading difficulties or ... During the course of instruction, you will have the opportunity to participate in a mix of mentor ...

Mentoring Alliance

Mentor Coach

Waco, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Your signature indicates that you have read, understand, and agree to perform the job duties outlined in this job description to the best of your ability as long as you are in this role at Mentoring ...

SiSTEM

Reading & Writing Tutor

Kingwood, TX · On-site

Strong candidates typically have: * 3+ years of teaching, tutoring, or academic mentoring experience in reading, writing, or English Language Arts. * Deep expertise in at least one of the reading or ...

SiSTEM

Reading & Writing Tutor

League City, TX · On-site

Strong candidates typically have: * 3+ years of teaching, tutoring, or academic mentoring experience in reading, writing, or English Language Arts. * Deep expertise in at least one of the reading or ...

SiSTEM

Reading & Writing Tutor

Houston, TX · On-site

Strong candidates typically have: * 3+ years of teaching, tutoring, or academic mentoring experience in reading, writing, or English Language Arts. * Deep expertise in at least one of the reading or ...

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How much do reading mentor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for reading mentor in the United States is $19.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Reading Mentors?

Reading Mentors are individuals who support and guide others, usually students or young readers, to improve their reading skills, comprehension, and confidence. They often work one-on-one or in small groups to provide encouragement, model effective reading strategies, and help foster a love of reading. Reading Mentors can be volunteers, teachers, or trained professionals who use various techniques tailored to the needs of each learner. Their goal is to help mentees become independent and enthusiastic readers.

What are some typical challenges Reading Mentors face when working with students, and how can they overcome them?

Reading Mentors often encounter students with varying reading levels, learning styles, and degrees of motivation. Some students may struggle with confidence or comprehension, while others may have limited vocabulary. To overcome these challenges, mentors can use personalized strategies, such as selecting engaging materials, setting achievable goals, and providing positive reinforcement. Regular communication with teachers or program coordinators also helps ensure that mentors are aligned with students’ academic needs and progress.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Reading Mentor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Reading Mentor, you need strong literacy skills, patience, and a good understanding of age-appropriate reading strategies, often supported by experience in education or tutoring. Familiarity with digital reading platforms, phonics programs, and basic assessment tools is typically helpful. Excellent communication, encouragement, and the ability to build rapport with learners are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills are important because they foster a supportive environment that helps learners develop confidence and improve their reading abilities.
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Reading Specialist

Reading Specialist

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network

Framingham, MA • On-site

$56K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Show your passion by empowering youth and families when joining the Wayside team!
Wayside is one of Massachusetts' most respected youth and family-serving agencies, supporting more than 6,000 youth and families annually across Central, Eastern, and Northeastern regions.
We invest in our employees' wellness with comprehensive benefits, including tuition and training reimbursement, a PTO package with 3 wellness days, 9 paid holidays, and up to 3 weeks of vacation in the first year. Enjoy a learning environment with free training, CEUs, and more, along with exceptional medical benefits, financial health supports, and career development opportunities.
Apply today and earn a $2,000.00 sign-on bonus (pro-rated for part-time)!
READING SPECIALIST
Wayside Academy - Framingham
Salary: $56,000.00 to $ 58,000.00/year + sign-on bonus (half paid after 6 months of employment and half paid after 1 year of employment/pro-rated for part-time).
Wayside Youth and Family Support Network is hiring a Reading Specialist to work 40 hours/week as part of our Academy. We are looking to someone who can provide leadership, coordination, collaboration, and innovation in reading curriculum and instruction, so that each student may drive maximum benefit from the K-12 reading curriculum in a 220 day setting. By using various methods and materials to suit topic, IEP, and/or learning style the Reading Specialist will provide support and instruction to allow students to develop their reading skills. They will contribute, through a team approach to providing a learning environment which is physically safe and intellectually open and in keeping with special education best practices.
What You Will Do:
  • Observes struggling readers in the classroom, upon teacher's request.
  • Assists classroom teachers in establishing the need for intervention in regards to reading support and collaborates in planning the instructional strategies.
  • Assists in the selection of appropriate materials utilized by the classroom teacher for corrective measures.
  • Provides demonstrations of new methods and materials (i.e. team teaching).
  • Interprets and disseminates results of both internal and external assessment data to teachers.
  • Develops and implements a remediation plan for struggling readers.
  • Is responsible for maintaining the literature collection in conjunction with the ELA teacher.
  • Plans and conducts periodic evaluations to assess the need for changes in the reading program.
  • Plans and develops special reading projects in conjunction with teaching staff.
  • Serves as a resource to Academy management in areas of reading instruction and curriculum.
  • Provides leadership in the development and implementation of the reading program.
  • Assesses the reading capabilities of newly enrolled students.
  • Provides for remedial instructional needs of students through collaboration with Wayside Academy staff, occasional small group instruction and staff development in content area reading strategies.
  • Attend program functions and parent engagement opportunities as scheduled.
  • Participate in scheduled engagement activities with students.

Competencies/Traits of our Superstars:
  • Demonstrates ability to work independently (i.e. can self-direct on projects, can propose project solutions in regards to their curriculum area and lesson planning).
  • Demonstrates flexibility and creative thinking (i.e. ability to adapt and adjust to changing work situations, recognize and respond quickly when lesson/activity does not go as planned).
  • Demonstrates the ability to teach, mentor, and coach others (i.e. able to provide constructive feedback to Teachers and aides in regards to reading instruction, provide thoughtful instruction).
  • Demonstrates dependability and persistence (i.e. excellent follow through on assigned tasks).
  • Demonstrates good judgement in regards to behavior intervention and student support strategies.
  • Demonstrates ongoing commitment to craft and ability to seek out professional development opportunities and new approaches based on evolving best practices (materials, curriculum, etc).

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree with major in assigned area.
  • At least 1 year of experience within an academic setting.
  • Posses or working towards a license in Academic Specialist License (Reading).

We will train you in: Motivational Interviewing; Courageous Conversations; Attachment, Regulation and Competency Model (ARC); Trauma Informed Practice, MAP, TCI, CPR, First Aid training upon hire.

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