Literacy Tutor

Job details
Pay
$3+–$55 an hour
Job type
Part-time
Shift and schedule
On call
 
Location
3676 Kensington Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5B 4Z6
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Flexible schedule
 
Full job description
Location:
Burnaby, BC – In-person at student’s camp location at Bill Copeland Sports Centre (3676 Kensington Avenue)

Job Type:
Part-Time Contract (July 14 – August 16, 2025) - may extend into the school year
3 sessions/week, 1 hour/session (weekdays, mid-afternoon)

About the Role:

TUTORONE is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and reliable in-person literacy tutor to support a 7-year-old student with early reading skills using the Orton-Gillingham (OG) method. The student is bright, imaginative, and has been diagnosed with ADHD (inattentive type) with strong signs of dyslexia. He thrives with hands-on, multisensory instruction and focused attention.

This position is part of our Summer Intervention Program for struggling readers and requires a tutor who is confident working with young learners with attention challenges. The job is ideal for someone who enjoys building rapport with children and delivering structured, high-impact lessons using OG-style methods.

What You’ll Do:

Work one-on-one with the student in person at the Bill Copeland Sports Centre in Burnaby
Deliver engaging, multisensory OG-based instruction focused on phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, and confidence-building
Use movement, visuals, games, and other child-friendly strategies to increase engagement
Track progress and adjust instruction as needed
Provide short session notes for the family after each lesson
Coordinate closely with the company director (Sam) for onboarding and support
Schedule:

Start Date: Week of July 14, 2025
End Date: August 16, 2025
Frequency: 3x/week, 1 hour per session
Preferred time: Around 3:00 PM on weekdays (exact days flexible except Thursdays)
Location: Bill Copeland Sports Centre, 3676 Kensington Avenue, Burnaby, BC
Requirements:

Minimum 1 year experience working with children ages 5–+
Prior training in Orton-Gillingham or similar structured literacy approaches (e.g., Wilson, Barton, SPIRE, Lindamood-Bell)
Experience supporting students with ADHD and/or dyslexia
Patient, playful, and firm—able to maintain focus while keeping lessons engaging
Strong spoken English and excellent communication skills
Must be punctual, independent, and professional
Background check required
Fully available for the entire contract period (July 14 – August 16)
Nice-to-Haves:

OG certification or formal training
Background in psychology, education, speech-language, or early literacy intervention
Experience working in summer programs or in-home sessions
Compensation:

$3+–$50/hour, depending on experience and training
Paid weekly
Travel compensation provided if necessary
How to Apply:

Please apply with your resume and a short cover letter outlining your experience with:

Orton-Gillingham or structured literacy methods
Working with students with ADHD/dyslexia
Your availability for the summer (must be available weekdays mid-afternoon)
Only qualified candidates with relevant experience will be contacted. Check location and ensure you can travel to the camp in under 20 minutes.

TUTORONE Inc. is committed to supporting struggling learners through personalized, high-quality instruction. Join our team and help make a meaningful difference in a child’s reading journey this summer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $3+.00-$55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Schedule:

On call
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-07-15

 

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