Dyslexia Therapy Tutor Part Time

POSITION TITLE

Dyslexia Therapy Tutor

Director of Dyslexia Therapy

Non-Exempt

Therapeutic Services

The Dyslexia Therapy Tutor provides structured literacy intervention to children diagnosed with or suspected of having dyslexia or other reading disorders. Using evidence‑based approaches such as Orton‑Gillingham or similar methodologies, the therapist delivers direct, individualized instruction while collaborating closely with families, educational professionals, and other service providers. This role supports the child’s ability to become an independent, confident reader.

• Deliver one‑on‑one and small group therapy using a structured literacy approach.
• Address phonological awareness, decoding, spelling, reading fluency, and comprehension skills.
• Customize intervention plans based on student needs and learning profiles.

• Administer assessments to determine instructional level and track progress.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of therapy sessions and outcomes.
• Create reports for caregivers, educators, and clinicians as needed.

• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and at‑home strategies.
• Work alongside other team members including speech‑language pathologists and occupational therapists.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to individualized plans of care.

• Engage in ongoing training and certification updates in structured literacy methods.
• Ensure compliance with relevant professional standards and organizational protocols.
• Promote a compassionate and encouraging learning atmosphere.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, literacy, or related field required.
• Previous experience with and/or willingness to complete Orton‑Gillingham (O‑G) training within the first year of employment.
• Certified Academic Language Practitioner (CALP) preferred or willingness to pursue within two years.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in education and/or tutoring required.

• Master’s degree in education, literacy, or related therapeutic discipline.
• Knowledge of dyslexia legislation, IEP/504 processes, and academic assessments.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary clinical or school setting.

• Deep understanding of reading development and dyslexia.
• Strong instructional, observational, and analytical skills.
• Empathetic and collaborative communication style.
• Capacity to create a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment.

• Sitting:
  Routinely for sessions and documentation.
• Lifting:
  Occasionally light loads (5-10 pounds).
• Bending & Reaching:
  Occasionally during therapy activities.
• Viewing Monitor Screen/Using Keyboard:
  Routinely for documentation.

• Tutors may not exceed a total of 29 hours per week across all assigned responsibilities, including patient‑facing sessions, documentation, and preparation time.
• If documentation and preparation exceeds three (3) hours per student, the tutor must immediately notify the Director of Dyslexia Therapy to review caseload, expectations, or workflow adjustments.
• It is the responsibility of each tutor to proactively manage their schedule and communicate with leadership to ensure compliance with this policy.

• Has no potential for hazardous substances or blood borne pathogen exposure.

• May access and use educational and therapy‑related Protected Health Information (PHI) and Electronic PHI (EPHI) in compliance with ‘minimum necessary’ standards.

Part‑time

$21.00 – $26.00 per hour

8 – 29 per week

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

In person