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A Reading Teacher teaches reading skills to elementary and secondary school students. Helps students with reading, writing and pronouncing words. Often works with students with learning disabilities.
$75,076 / year median in Massachusetts
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Literacy Interventionist at Harvard Graduate School of Education Literacy Interventionist at Harvard Graduate School of Education in Malden, Massachusetts Posted in about 8 hours ago.
Type:
full-time Job Summary We are seeking experienced teachers (including experienced teachers or individuals with tutoring experience) to provide high-quality instruction as part of a research study occurring in Chelsea and Revere. Staff will also help administer assessments of student learning. This position is part of a research study conducted by the BRIDGES Lab at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, testing a small-group literacy program for elementary school students. The goal of the study is to evaluate the program's effectiveness in improving students' literacy skills, particularly for students with risk for learning difficulties. This is a structured, part-time role working directly with students in small-group settings. The position is ideal for educators looking for meaningful, flexible work without full-time classroom responsibilities. If interested, please apply here with your resume and cover letter.
Position Details:
Start Date:
September 2026
Duration:
Approximately 15-18 weeks. Limited additional hours (up to 14 hours per week) may be available after the initial period.
Schedule:
up to 20 hours per week
Training:
Required training during the first week, weekly training meetings during subsequent weeks
Pay Rate:
$28/hour
Location:
Chelsea and Revere school sites
Responsibilities:
Assess students' literacy skills using standardized protocols Implement structured instructional lessons to small groups of 2-3 grade students on site at local schools Follow provided lesson materials and assessment procedures with consistency Support student engagement and participation Attend required training and implement the program as designed Communicate with project staff as needed Attend weekly meetings with the research team
Qualifications:
Certified teacher preferred (current or retired) Experience teaching reading is preferred, but not required Experience working with elementary students Reliable, organized, and comfortable following structured lesson plans Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Requirements:
Must pass CORI and fingerprint background checks (employment contingent on clearance) Must have reliable transportation to travel to assigned school sites Must be available for the full duration of the program If you are interested in working with students while contributing to an education research study, we encourage you to apply. Please contact Madelaine (mpanici@gse.harvard.edu) for additional information or to express interest in applying.
Pay:
$28.00 per hour Ability to
Commute:
Chelsea, MA 02150 (Required)
Work Location:
In person