Reading Specialist for K-5

Reading Specialist for K-5 Meyerson Education Services Oakland, CA Job Details Part-time $70 - $120 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) 401(k) matching Paid sick time Qualifications School experience Teamwork Master's degree Education Literacy education Working with students with special education needs Teaching Full Job Description In-Person (Various East Bay Locations) + Online This role serves students in person, at their homes and schools, across Oakland, Berkeley, and the surrounding East Bay during after-school hours. Some sessions may also be conducted online. Applicants must have reliable transportation and consistent internet access. About Meyerson Education Services (MES) Meyerson Education Services, founded by Miranda Meyerson, provides personalized academic coaching for students from kindergarten through college. Our specialty in supporting neurodivergent learners, including those with ADHD, dyslexia, and dysgraphia, or students for whom the classroom is just not working at the moment. Using strengths-based, science-backed approaches, we help students build the confidence and skills to thrive as independent learners. Our coaching spans all core subjects, executive functioning, and study skills. We collaborate closely with families and teachers and send weekly updates, to reduce school stress and foster meaningful growth. We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and skilled Academic Coach to join our team. You'll work 1:1 with students in grades K-5 in person, supporting reading, executive functioning, and overall academic confidence. Reading Specialist for Elementary Age Students Expertise in teaching reading and writing to struggling students and expertise in developing executive functioning skills in early elementary school students (K-5) Qualifications for Reading Specialist Expertise in supporting students with ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences, especially in reading, writing, and executive functioning 8+ years of teaching or tutoring experience MA in Education, Special Education, with a focus on elementary literacy and learning, or an Education Therapy certification Strong background in foundational reading (K-5) Training in structured literacy approaches (e.g., Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, Barton) and the science of reading Training in The Writing Revolution or other structured writing methodologies Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students, particularly those who have experienced academic challenges Experience in varied educational settings is welcomed Reliable transportation for in-person sessions in Oakland/Berkeley Consistent internet access and comfort with online platforms Ability to pass a background check Our students often benefit from personalized, structured support that helps them bridge foundational skills with self-esteem and independent thinking. Why Join MES? Be part of a mission-driven and collaborative team that values honesty, compassion, and growth Receive ongoing training and support rooted in research and educational best practices Work with students who genuinely benefit from your guidance, creativity, and care Help transform school stress into lasting student success Experience the joy of seeing students build their confidence, independence, and love for learning MES is committed to paying excellent educators fairly, with a compensation range of $80-$120 per hour, depending on experience and training We are building a team of coaches who see this as a meaningful, sustainable career — whether part-time or working toward a full caseload (our top coaches currently support 10-16 students and work close to full time.

Core Responsibilities Availability:

Be available for a minimum of 6 and up to 20 academic coaching sessions per week (each 50 minutes) Primary needed times are between 2:30-7:30pm weekdays

Sessions:

Prepare a personalized plan and materials for each session. To do this you can draw upon many of MES's internal resources. Arrive on time, organized, and ready to coach with a warm and professional demeanor. Keep detailed session notes and track student progress. Send timely follow-up communications to parents and school teams.

MES Staff:

Participate in bi-weekly or monthly check-ins with MES leadership. Attend ongoing training in your subject areas, executive functioning, and learning differences. Workflow & Expectations (All steps include paid time) Onboarding New Students Receive a new student proposal/profile via email and confirm availability Meet with Miranda (Director) to discuss the student's learning profile and goals Coordinate and hold a family meeting to understand needs and build rapport Prepare for the first session with customized strategies and materials

Session:

For each session, coaches are allotted: 15 minutes of paid prep time 10 minutes of paid follow-up time (notes, communication, planning) Be a problem-solver: Families often come to us out of time and ideas. Your role is to offer calm, thoughtful solutions and act as the support system they need most.

Additional expectations include:

Attending staff meetings (coordinated with your availability, paid). Understanding and following MES policies in the staff handbook. Collaborating with Miranda on executive functioning plans for your students. Communicating with your student families clearly, skillfully, and kindly. Keeping your MES email address notifications on and responding during business hours. You may receive text messages from admin or Miranda in the case of a last-minute communication. Compensation & Employment Details Hourly pay ranges from $80-$120/hour, depending on experience and training This is a W-2 hourly employee position (not an independent contractor role) Includes paid prep time (15 min) and paid follow-up time (10 min) per session Travel time is not compensated, but we do our best to make it efficient, with a maximum of 20 minutes between clients Employees are eligible for accrued paid sick leave No additional benefits (e.g., health insurance or retirement) are offered at this time To Apply Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and please respond to all line items in the qualifications section.

Pay:

$70.00 - $120.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching

Education:

Master's (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Oakland, CA 94602 (Required)

Work Location:

In person