Reading Clinic Mentor Teacher

Primary Purpose of the Organization:

The FSU Reading Clinic provides the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based literacy instruction to K-5 students. Licensed educators also provide mentoring and coordination of student tutors enrolled in teacher preparation programs ensuring instructional fidelity, data-driven decision-making, and meaningful family engagement aligned with Title III goals.

Primary Purpose of the Position:

The Reading Clinic Mentor Teacher provides instructional leadership, direction, and coaching within the Fayetteville State University Reading Clinic. This position supports the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based literacy instruction to K-5 students while mentoring and overseeing student tutors enrolled in teacher preparation programs. The Reading Clinic Mentor Teacher plays a critical role in ensuring instructional fidelity, data-driven decision-making, and meaningful family engagement aligned with Title III goals.

* Ensure tutoring activities comply with:
University policies, child safety and confidentiality requirements, and Title III grant guidelines.

* Maintain accurate documentation related to: student attendance, instructional activities, and assessment data.

* Support program evaluation and reporting requirements

* Assist in the development and facilitation of family literacy workshops

* Support student tutors in preparing family-friendly instructional materials and resources.

* Communicate respectfully and professionally with families regarding literacy strategies and student progress, as appropriate.

Minimum

Education and Experience Requirements:

* Have a current or previously held North Carolina teaching license (or equivalent)

* Have a Bachelor's degree in:
Elementary Education, Reading/Literacy, Special Education, or related field

* Demonstrated experience teaching literacy in grades K - 5

* Strong knowledge of:
Evidence based, Science of Reading literacy instruction, assessment and progress monitoring, and differentiated instruction

Knowledge skills and abilities:

* Evidence-based literacy instruction and intervention practices

* Foundational reading components (phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension)

* Child development and learning differences in K-5 students

* Literacy assessment and progress monitoring practices

* Family literacy and culturally responsive engagement practices

* Professional and ethical standards related to working with children and families

* Supervising and mentoring pre-service and graduate-level teacher candidates

* Modeling effective literacy instruction and instructional decision-making

* Observing instruction and providing constructive, actionable feedback

* Using student data to guide instructional adjustments

* Communicating clearly and professionally with students, families, and staff

* Collaborating with faculty and clinic personnel

* Ability to support consistent implementation of structured literacy lessons

* Ability to coach and support developing educators in a clinical setting

* Ability to adapt instruction to meet diverse learner needs

* Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with program and grant requirements

* Ability to manage time, documentation, and multiple responsibilities

* Ability to foster a supportive, respectful learning environment

Preferred Qualifications:

* Master's degree in Reading, Literacy, Curriculum & Instruction, or Special Education

* Experience mentoring or supervising pre-service teachers

* Training and familiarity with:
Science of Reading frameworks, literacy intervention programs, and family literacy and community outreach

* Bilingual skills (preferred, not required)