Job Description
You recognize the turning point. The instant a learner stops guessing and begins reading with intention. They meet your eyes and say, "I can do this." If that's the work you're drawn to every day, this is where you belong.
Unbound is a remote-first online school designed for authentic growth, not hours logged. We're rethinking student learning so they advance more rapidly, find joy in the journey, and graduate with measurable confidence.
In most weeks, you'll facilitate high-impact intervention sessions. In others, you'll conduct brief motivation check-ins that keep learners focused and reaching their goals. This position is well-suited to individuals who value independence, rapid feedback cycles, and visible results. It's not for those seeking rigid scripts or who avoid working with data.
If you're ready to help struggling readers achieve real progress—and you want the latitude to customize your methods for each learner—we'd be glad to connect.
What You Will Be Doing
• Plan and conduct virtual small-group and individual reading intervention sessions for learners in grades 3–8
• Leverage reading assessment data to identify fluency and comprehension gaps and modify instruction rapidly
• Differentiate learning activities across varied reading levels, including accommodations for dyslexia and associated reading challenges
• Monitor progress in a transparent, systematic manner and apply the data to inform upcoming sessions
• Facilitate structured motivation check-ins that foster confidence, perseverance, and pride in development
What You Won’t Be Doing
• Deliver large, whole-class lessons or present from a static curriculum
• Adhere to a pre-scripted program without responding to student needs and immediate feedback
• Serve as a passive "software monitor" lacking meaningful instruction and personal connection
• Depend on superficial rewards that fail to cultivate enduring motivation
Reading Specialist Key Responsibilities
Take ownership of outcomes for grades 3–8—quantifiable improvements in fluency and comprehension—by providing customized virtual interventions and motivation support that fosters confidence.
Basic Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in education, literacy, or a closely related field
• Reading intervention certification or endorsement (e.g., Arizona Reading Specialist K-12 or equivalent state certification)
• Specialized training or certification in dyslexia intervention (or related structured literacy approaches)
• At least 2 years of experience delivering small-group or one-on-one reading interventions for students in grades 3–8
• Experience supporting students with dyslexia or related reading difficulties
• Ability to interpret progress monitoring data and use it to plan and adjust instruction
• Strong ability to engage and manage students in a virtual setting through clear, motivating communication
• Available to work in a hybrid capacity in Arizona as needed.
About Unbound Academy
Unbound Academy is Arizona’s first virtual, tuition-free charter school, designed to make grades 4-8 limitless, personal, and exciting. This isn’t just an alternative to the traditional school system. It’s a revolutionary way for your family to reclaim time, unlock potential, and reimagine what education can be.
At Unbound Academy, students can master their core academics in just two hours a day. Our teachers use an AI-powered learning model to adjust to each child’s pace and interests, ensuring progress happens twice as fast as in a typical classroom.
By cutting out the fluff and streamlining coursework, we not only make a significant academic impact—we make learning fun, personal, and incredibly effective.
There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!
Working with us
This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $30 USD/hour, which equates to $60,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic.
Crossover Job Code: LJ-5720-US-Phoenix-ReadingSpecial
Unbound is a remote-first online school designed for authentic growth, not hours logged. We're rethinking student learning so they advance more rapidly, find joy in the journey, and graduate with measurable confidence.
In most weeks, you'll facilitate high-impact intervention sessions. In others, you'll conduct brief motivation check-ins that keep learners focused and reaching their goals. This position is well-suited to individuals who value independence, rapid feedback cycles, and visible results. It's not for those seeking rigid scripts or who avoid working with data.
If you're ready to help struggling readers achieve real progress—and you want the latitude to customize your methods for each learner—we'd be glad to connect.
What You Will Be Doing
• Plan and conduct virtual small-group and individual reading intervention sessions for learners in grades 3–8
• Leverage reading assessment data to identify fluency and comprehension gaps and modify instruction rapidly
• Differentiate learning activities across varied reading levels, including accommodations for dyslexia and associated reading challenges
• Monitor progress in a transparent, systematic manner and apply the data to inform upcoming sessions
• Facilitate structured motivation check-ins that foster confidence, perseverance, and pride in development
What You Won’t Be Doing
• Deliver large, whole-class lessons or present from a static curriculum
• Adhere to a pre-scripted program without responding to student needs and immediate feedback
• Serve as a passive "software monitor" lacking meaningful instruction and personal connection
• Depend on superficial rewards that fail to cultivate enduring motivation
Reading Specialist Key Responsibilities
Take ownership of outcomes for grades 3–8—quantifiable improvements in fluency and comprehension—by providing customized virtual interventions and motivation support that fosters confidence.
Basic Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in education, literacy, or a closely related field
• Reading intervention certification or endorsement (e.g., Arizona Reading Specialist K-12 or equivalent state certification)
• Specialized training or certification in dyslexia intervention (or related structured literacy approaches)
• At least 2 years of experience delivering small-group or one-on-one reading interventions for students in grades 3–8
• Experience supporting students with dyslexia or related reading difficulties
• Ability to interpret progress monitoring data and use it to plan and adjust instruction
• Strong ability to engage and manage students in a virtual setting through clear, motivating communication
• Available to work in a hybrid capacity in Arizona as needed.
About Unbound Academy
Unbound Academy is Arizona’s first virtual, tuition-free charter school, designed to make grades 4-8 limitless, personal, and exciting. This isn’t just an alternative to the traditional school system. It’s a revolutionary way for your family to reclaim time, unlock potential, and reimagine what education can be.
At Unbound Academy, students can master their core academics in just two hours a day. Our teachers use an AI-powered learning model to adjust to each child’s pace and interests, ensuring progress happens twice as fast as in a typical classroom.
By cutting out the fluff and streamlining coursework, we not only make a significant academic impact—we make learning fun, personal, and incredibly effective.
There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!
Working with us
This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $30 USD/hour, which equates to $60,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic.
Crossover Job Code: LJ-5720-US-Phoenix-ReadingSpecial
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Reading Specialist, Unbound Academy - $60,000/year USD position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Phoenix offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
