Literacy Tutor

Acceleration Academies is passionate about improving student outcomes. We provide two capabilities that drive student success. Our dropout recovery and student re-engagement program (Acceleration Academies), is an innovative education partner helping young adults overcome real-life challenges to earn their high school diploma tuition-free through partnerships with state or local school districts across the country. Our technology platform (Incite®) enables data-driven teaching and learning. These offerings are both rooted in our belief that every student deserves access to the best instruction, tools and resources possible.

Position Title: Literacy Tutor

Reports To: ELA Content Coach

Location: Escambia County Acceleration Academy

Employment Type: Part-Time

Benefits: 401(k) with up to 4% company match after 3 months of service 

Job Description: ECAA seeks a passionate and dedicated Literacy Tutor to support students in developing and reinforcing strong literacy skills, including reading, writing, and comprehension. The ideal candidate will provide personalized instruction tailored to individual learning styles and needs for students grades 8-12.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in English or a related field.
• Background Check: Demonstration of a clear state and federal criminal history

Core Competencies 

The following core competencies define what the organization requires of its employees to succeed and how we expect overall goals to be accomplished each and every day.

• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Caring & Inclusiveness
• Flexibility & Adaptability
• Honesty, Integrity & Reliability
• Results-Orientation

Role-Specific Competencies 

• Coachability & Learning Orientation
• Organizational Planning & Time Management
• Facilitation & Engagement
• Technological Aptitude

Job Responsibilities:

• Assess student reading and writing levels for gaps in foundational skills.
• Conduct one-on-one and/or small group tutoring sessions.
• Utilize existing instructional materials and techniques to enhance comprehension.
• Monitor and track student progress, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Communicate regularly with the ELA Content Coach about student progress and areas for improvement.
• Create a positive and encouraging learning environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in teaching or tutoring, particularly in reading.
• Strong understanding of reading and writing development and effective instructional strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, creativity, and a passion for helping students succeed.
• ESOL Certification
• Basic knowledge of IEP, ESE and ELL accommodations, document assistance with annual goals, short-term objectives, benchmarks, and participate in the appropriate meetings
• Experience working in a non-traditional school setting and/or with youth who may be considered at-risk

Work Environment and Work Demands

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is typical of a collaborative school environment.

Acceleration Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. It is understood that other related duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all aspects of the position, described below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary : $18 - $20