About Us:
At Mind By Design, we believe in empowering individuals to achieve their fullest potential through tailored coaching and support. Our mission is to help our clients develop the skills and strategies they need to thrive personally and professionally. We are passionate about fostering growth, resilience, and self-awareness in each of our clients.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Literacy Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in literacy education, special education, or a related field, a passion for helping individuals improve their reading and writing skills, and follow the Science of Reading guidelines for explicit, multisensory instruction and intervention. This role involves working one-on-one with clients to develop personalized strategies for enhancing literacy, comprehension, and overall reading abilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct informal screenings and criterion-referenced assessments to identify students’ literacy levels, pinpoint areas of need, and monitor student progress over time.
- Develop and implement customized literacy plans tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
- Utilize evidence-based assessment tools to identify reading difficulties and formulate individualized learning plans that can include a variety of instructional methods, such as phonics, fluency practice, comprehension strategies, and vocabulary development.
- Analyze literacy assessment data to inform instructional practices, design student-centered, multisensory interventions, and support student growth and progress.
- Provide one-on-one sessions utilizing evidence-based techniques to improve reading and writing skills.
- Monitor and track student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to ensure optimal learning outcomes.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and any other professionals supporting the child to help support growth and progress.
- Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding student progress and strategies for supporting literacy at home.
- Stay informed about the latest research in literacy education and incorporate innovative teaching techniques and resources into their practice.
- Maintain detailed records of client sessions, progress, and outcomes.
- Attend department and staff meetings as required
Qualifications:
- A minimum of a Master's degree in Literacy Education, Educational Psychology, Special Education, or a related field OR a Bachelor’s Degree with teaching credentials or other certifications that would make one qualified for this position.
- Proven experience in literacy instruction, coaching, teaching or a similar role.
- Strong understanding of literacy development and strategies for improvement.
- Experience working with children and adolescents with dyslexia, learning disabilities, and other literacy-related challenges.
- Proficiency in differentiating instruction for various types of learners.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to build rapport and foster a positive, supportive relationship with clients.
- Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple clients effectively.
- Punctuality and reliability are a must.
- Commitment to working at least 15 client-facing hours per week.
- Ability to work afternoons and evenings, and at least one weekend day per week.
- Flexibility to work in our Campbell and/or Morgan Hill office.
- Passion for helping individuals achieve their fullest potential and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
What We Offer:
- Flexible working hours.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Yearly professional development stipend.
- Direct support from the Director of Educational Support as needed.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals seeking to enhance their literacy skills.
How to Apply:
If you are a dedicated and compassionate professional with a passion for literacy education, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you are interested in joining Mind By Design.
Join us in our mission to empower individuals and foster growth, resilience, and self-awareness. Apply today and help us make a difference, one mind at a time.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $50.00 - $65.00 per hour
Ability to Commute:
- Campbell, CA 95008 (Required)
Work Location: In person
