ELL Reading Tutor (4th-8th) Job at Braintrust Tutors, Houston, TX

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  • Braintrust Tutors
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

4th-8th Grade Online Reading Tutor (ESL)

As a 4th8th Grade Online Reading Tutor (ESL) at Braintrust Tutors, you'll work with upper elementary and middle school students to strengthen their reading comprehension, fluency, and critical thinking skills. You'll provide engaging, consistent lessons using Braintrust's curriculum and materials, helping young learners build foundational literacy skills and confidence, particularly supporting English language learners through targeted instruction.

Braintrust Tutors is a nimble, mission-focused company transforming the way students access high-quality, high-impact tutoring. Through innovative technology, data-informed practices, and strong district partnerships, we deliver scalable impact where it's needed most. If you're passionate about education and energized by big challenges, we want you on our team.

Tutoring Details:

  • Start Date - Mid-October
  • 12-week tutoring assignment
  • School Day Hours (primarily on the East Coast)
  • 4th-8th grade
  • 45-minute sessions
  • $22.50 for 1:1 session & $33.75 for group session

What You Will Do:

  • Provide 1:1 or small-group virtual tutoring in reading for students in grades 4th-8th
  • Implement Braintrust's intervention programs as designed, using all materials with fidelity
  • Support English language learners with appropriate scaffolds and strategies
  • Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
  • Maintain accurate records of student attendance and academic performance
  • Collaborate with the Braintrust Operations team and school staff to support student growth
  • Create a welcoming, supportive virtual classroom environment that encourages student engagement
  • Use provided assessments and progress monitoring tools for understanding to guide instruction
  • Manage time effectively during sessions to complete all planned instructional activities

What You Will Have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
  • ESL or ENL certification required for work with school-aged students (not adults) acceptable certifications include a state-issued ESL endorsement, TESOL certification (K12 focus), or a degree in bilingual/ESL education
  • Active or expired teaching license
  • Experience with advanced reading instruction that includes morphology-based word study, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and writing skills covering grammar, syntax, and multi-paragraph composition using a structured scope and sequence.
  • Experience working with elementary-aged students preferred
  • Strong communication and virtual classroom management skills
  • Comfortable using video conferencing tools and digital platforms
  • Reliable Wi-Fi and a quiet, distraction-free workspace
  • Passion for literacy and closing opportunity gaps

Next Steps!

  • Join an information session to learn more about how our tutoring works - invitations to qualified tutors will be sent in mid-August
  • Complete a one-way interview - will be sent following the information session

Braintrust Tutors is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and celebrates diversity.

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