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Full Job Description About us Tutor Doctor Sun Prairie is a small, locally owned business dedicated to helping families. We match tutors with students to make a real impact in their academic journey. One of our core strengths is providing 1-on-1 in-home tutoring, either at the student’s home or in a quiet public location such as the library. We are currently seeking a Reading Specialist Tutor who is passionate about fostering literacy skills, improving reading fluency, and helping students build confidence in reading comprehension and written communication. Benefits * Flexible Schedule: Tutor during hours that work best for you, allowing for a balanced work-life routine. * Pre-sourced Opportunities: No need to find students—tutoring opportunities are brought directly to you. * Self-directed Workload: Set your own schedule and choose the number of students you want to support. * Access to Resources and Training: Utilize Tutor Doctor's resources and ongoing training provided by local and national offices to enhance your tutoring skills. * Community Impact: Be part of a team that supports local families and fosters both academic and personal growth in students. Schedule Options: * After school hours * Choose your own availability We serve the following communities: Sun Prairie, Windsor, DeForest/Token Creek, Cottage Grove, Verona, Madison, Johnson Creek, Lake Mills, Marshall, Waterloo, Watertown Our Tutors Say:“I love seeing the progress my students are making. I am so glad I get to share in their success. It is really rewarding.” About the Role - Reading Specialist Tutor The mission of Tutor Doctor is to change the trajectory of students' lives. As a Reading Specialist Tutor, you will work with students to improve reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary development, and confidence in literacy. Key responsibilities: * Provide one-on-one reading and literacy tutoring to students ranging from early elementary through high school. * Support students in mastering phonics, phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension strategies. * Assist struggling readers in building foundational skills while also helping advanced readers further develop critical thinking and analytical reading skills. * Use evidence-based instructional techniques to address specific literacy challenges such as dyslexia, reading delays, and comprehension gaps. * Help students develop strong study habits, note-taking skills, and reading strategies for academic success. * Encourage a love of reading by selecting engaging, level-appropriate materials. * Track and communicate student progress through a written session report after every tutoring session. Requirements: * Strong proficiency in teaching reading and literacy at various grade levels. * Experience with reading interventions, structured literacy approaches, or multi-sensory reading strategies is highly valued. * Ability to adapt instruction to individual student needs and learning styles. * Prior tutoring, teaching, or reading specialist experience preferred. * Reliable transportation to meet students at their homes or local libraries. * Willing to commit to at least 6 months for student continuity. Other Details: * Tutors are treated as part-time employees and must complete a background check (assistance provided). * A W-2 will be issued at the end of the year. * Tutors must participate in an initial Tutor Doctor orientation to learn our internal systems for student matches, session reporting, and time tracking. Qualifications: * Education: At least a 2nd year in college or equivalent (Preferred) * Experience: 1 year tutoring or teaching reading/literacy (Preferred) Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hourHours: 4 - 10 per weekWork Location: In person

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