[YEP-DC] Summer Reading Specialists - Wanted

Summer Reading Specialists (Washington, DC - Ward 8)

CERTIFIED READING SPECIALIST

HungryBrains!™ is an NHT/Enterprise initiative designed to close the achievement gap in our affordable housing communities. HungryBrains!™ works to close the achievement gap through parental engagement, tutoring, and through enrichment activities focused on science, technology, engineering, and math. NHT/Enterprise is currently providing tutoring support for nearly 75 youth in grades 1-8 in Washington, DC. Youth participating in HungryBrains!™ receive up to 20 hours a week in tutoring support during the school year and up to 30 hours a week in support during the summer. Each program takes place onsite where our residents live. NHT/Enterprise is looking for an experienced certified reading instructor to provide support for our children.

READING SPECIALIST DUTIES:
• In cooperation with site coordinators, implement research-based reading strategies to enable kids to develop the competencies and skills to be successful readers.
• Conduct pre/post testing assessments to determine student reading levels.
• Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet learning needs.
• Create reading plans to match student ability and learning styles.
• Advises parents, coordinators, and volunteers on "at-home" strategies to improve reading skills.
• Coordinate family literacy events and programs.
• Establishes and maintains standards to achieve effective participation in all activities.
• Evaluates academic growth of students and maintains appropriate records.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Teaching with an emphasis on reading/literacy.
• License to teach in Virginia, Maryland, and or Washington, DC.
• Deep understanding of research and evidence-based reading practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills required.
• Strong software and technology skills desired.
• Experience with family literacy preferred.
• Reliable transportation a must. Assignment located in Ward 8.
• Must pass a background check.

NEED:
Reading specialist for HungryBrains!.
• Assignment located in Ward 8.
• Commitment for Summer 2013.
• Spanish language skills desired.

STATUS/HOURS/COMPENSATION:
• This is an independent contractor position.
• $40/hour.
• Up to 8 hours per week. Summer. June 24 -- August 16.
• Must be available between 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, during the summer.

NEXT STEPS:
Send a copy of your resume to dtucker@nhtinc.org. Please write "Reading Specialist, HungryBrains!" in the subject line. No phone calls or faxes.