Job Description

The Centre for Literacy & Learning is seeking enthusiastic and dynamic literacy coaches to join our team. If you have a passion for literacy development and a desire to learn new teaching skills, we invite you to apply today. To learn more about our Centre and teaching philosophy, please visit our website: literacyandlearning.ca.

Qualifications:

OCT Teaching Credentials and/or a Communicative Disorders Assistant (C.D.A.'s) designation Interest and/or experience in working with children who have not naturally acquired reading and writing skills, some with diagnosed Learning Disabilities Strong interpersonal skills; warm, engaging, and patient Excellent communication skills An eagerness to acquire new teaching skills and approaches Observant, analytical, and detail-oriented Reliable and committed
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Work one-on-one with students (grades SK-8) to improve their skills in reading, writing and spelling using scientific, evidence-based programs proven to be effective for teaching basic literacy skills to children with learning "differences" or "disabilities". Implement lesson plans to fulfil students' needs and goals. Maintain records of tutoring sessions, including skill areas targeted and students' progress and identify areas of improvement. Help set goals collaboratively with Directors. Evaluate students' progress and provide positive reinforcement and feedback. Discuss lessons and progress of students with parents. Use a variety of teaching techniques including modeling, observing, questioning, and reinforcing. Identify students' individual learning and behavioural needs and respond to their styles, skills and abilities. Establish a friendly, encouraging and welcoming environment for students.
Terms of Employment:

Part-time (after school and/or Saturday) positions available for the 2025/2026 school year. Pay ranges from $27.00 to $40.00 per hour (to be determined based on experience). Training will be provided at a rate of $25.00 per hour. Ongoing mentoring and collaborative problem-solving also provided. A Vulnerable Sector Check is required of the successful candidate, at their own expense, to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $27.00-$40.00 per hour

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

teaching: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-21
Expected start date: 2025-09-08