Structured Literacy Instructor Remote

Chicago, Illinois (United States) Reading Instructor Remote Lakeside Literacy & Dyslexia is growing, and we're looking for a passionate, knowledgeable Reading Instructor to join our team and provide virtual literacy instruction to students. Lakeside Literacy & Dyslexia provides individualized, evidence-based literacy instruction designed to help struggling readers build the skills and confidence they need to become successful readers. Our instruction is grounded in the Science of Reading and uses a highly structured, systematic, multisensory, Orton-Gillingham-based approach. As our virtual services continue to expand, we are looking for an instructor who is excited about helping students with reading challenges and who enjoys building meaningful relationships with students and families. Position: Reading Instructor Location: Remote Compensation: $25 $45 per hour Schedule: Flexible/part-time, based on student availability Format: 100% virtual instruction/zoom. What You'll Do • Provide individualized, 1:1 reading instruction to students virtually. • Deliver structured, systematic, evidence-based literacy instruction. • Support students in developing skills in phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and written language. • Follow Lakeside Literacy & Dyslexia's instructional approach, curriculum, and lesson structure. • Build positive, encouraging relationships with students who may have experienced frustration or difficulty with reading. • Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on individual student needs. • Communicate professionally with families regarding student progress and areas for continued practice. • Maintain accurate lesson notes and student records. • Participate in ongoing professional development and collaborate with the Lakeside Literacy team. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Education, Reading, Special Education, Speech/Language, or a related field. • Experience working with elementary and/or middle school students. • Experience providing reading or literacy instruction. • Excellent communication and organizational skills. • Reliable internet connection and a professional environment suitable for virtual instruction. • Ability to build rapport with students and create a positive, supportive virtual learning environment. Preferred Qualifications • Training or certification in Orton-Gillingham or another structured literacy approach. • Experience working with students with dyslexia or other reading difficulties. • Knowledge of the Science of Reading. • Experience with structured literacy, explicit phonics, phonological awareness, morphology, spelling, fluency, and reading comprehension. • Experience providing virtual/online instruction. • Teaching license or advanced degree in education, reading, special education, or a related field. • Experience working with students who have IEPs or identified learning differences. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is: • Passionate about literacy and helping struggling readers succeed. • Patient, encouraging, and empathetic. • Comfortable working 1:1 with students. • Organized and dependable. • Open to learning and growing professionally. • Comfortable following a structured instructional approach while adapting lessons to individual student needs. • A strong communicator with both students and parents. • Excited to be part of a growing small business focused on making a meaningful difference in children's lives. Why Join Lakeside Literacy & Dyslexia? This is an opportunity to join a growing literacy practice where individualized instruction and student relationships are at the heart of what we do. Our instructors work directly with students in a supportive 1:1 environment and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students who need specialized literacy instruction. This position is fully remote, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced educator or literacy instructor who enjoys the flexibility of virtual teaching. Hours are Compensation $30 $45 per hour, depending on education, experience, training, and qualifications. To Apply Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your experience working with struggling readers and why you are interested in joining Lakeside Literacy & Dyslexia. We look forward to meeting you!