Orton-Gillingham Reading Tutor Apprentice

Position Description

Seeking applicants for Orton Gillingham Reading Tutor Apprentiships in the Park Center, a community outreach branch of Park Academy. Selected candidates will be provided 60 hours of Orton Gillingham Associate Level training and a position as a Park Academy Tutor. This training is provided at Park Academy’s expense if the candidate agrees to provide a minimum of 72hours of compensated tutoring for the Park Center. Note, the training portion of this apprenticship is unpaind after which candiades will be employed by Park Academy as a tutor and compensated accordingly. In addition, post-training tutors will participate in regular supervision either through a self-paid Orton Gillingham practicum or on-site supervision provided by Park Academy administration.

Park Academy is a small independent school in Lake Oswego that serves students in grades 3 - 8 with language learning differences, including dyslexia. Park Academy provides an inclusive community where evidence-based practices empower students with dyslexia and related learning differences to reach their highest academic and personal potential. The Park Center was created to build on Park Academy's mission to provide an inclusive community where evidence-based practices empower students with dyslexia and related learning differences to reach their highest academic and personal potential.

Although not required, experience in the following areas is helpful: Special education

• Structured literacy
• Educational Assessments, differentiated instruction, positive behavior supports
• Understanding of dyslexia, executive function, working memory, and processing speed and their impacts on learning
• Experience using technological learning tools to improve student access and achievement
• Experience using data to inform instruction

Qualifications

• A BA or BS degree is required
• A collaborative and cooperative approach to education
• Strong ability to problem-solve complex challenges
• Believes in a whole-child approach to education
• Maintains high but reasonable expectations for student success
• Highly reflective professional practice
• Commitment to developing strong, nurturing relationships with students and staff

Personal Qualifications (cont.)

• Patient, caring, and kind demeanor
• Possess flexibility of thought
• Highly organized
• Strong work ethic

Post Training Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide individual tutoring services for students with dyslexia and related language processing difficulties
• Administer progress monitoring and benchmark assessments
• Participate in periodic supervision meetings and collaborate in team meetings with other tutors and literacy specialists.
• Communicate with families and administration about student progress

APPLICATION GUIDELINES/CONTACT

Applications can be submitted directly to Craig Lowery, Ed.D., Head of School via email at

clowery@parkacademy.org. For inquiries, you may reach Dr. Lowery at 503.594.8800 or visit our website at www.parkacademy.org

Park Academy is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the diverse community we serve. The office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or uniformed service. We invite members of all diverse communities to apply.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2 – 10 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Grade school specialties:

• Reading

Schedule:

• After school

Work setting:

• In-person
• Private school

Ability to Relocate:

• Lake Oswego, OR 97034: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person