About Shady Hill School:

Since 1915, Shady Hill, a school of approximately 530 students (PreK - Grade 8) and 90+ faculty, has been a leader in progressive education. Shady Hill is a deeply mission-driven school.  We seek to develop independent, joyful and curious learners who respect their own accomplishments and those of others. We strive to be a community whose values are strong and whose teachers are unafraid to engage students in important questions. The school’s program allows children to explore their worlds and test their powers.  As a school with a historical and contemporary commitment to social justice, we believe that an inclusive and equitable community is an educational and moral imperative that empowers us all. Therefore, we seek to hire teachers who demonstrate a mindset and skill set that prioritizes cultural competence, equity, and justice in their practice with students and in their work with colleagues.

About the position:

Shady Hill School is seeking experienced and skilled literacy tutors who hold Orton-Gillingham certification at the Associate Level or higher to work with students in Lower School (grades pre-K - 4) on a contracted, hourly basis. We are looking for educators who bring a student-centered, multisensory, developmentally responsive approach to reading instruction and can tailor support to individual learning needs. Tutoring sessions will focus on foundational literacy skills, including phonological awareness, decoding, encoding, and fluency. Tutoring sessions may be scheduled during the school day and/or after school, depending on student needs and tutor availability. This is an hourly, part-time position. This position is not eligible for benefits. 

Instructional Approach:

Orton-Gillingham-trained tutors bring a range of instructional styles: some lean more formal and clinical, while others take a more flexible and relational approach. At Shady Hill, we are looking for a tutor whose practice reflects our commitment to child-centered, developmentally appropriate instruction. The ideal candidate brings warmth, adaptability and a deep appreciation for each child’s unique learning journey, creating a supportive environment where students feel seen, capable and empowered. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Conduct one-on-one tutoring sessions with Lower School students
• Plan tutoring sessions to meet identified learning objectives
• Document tutoring session objectives, accomplishments and future goals
• Collaborate with Learning Resources team and classroom teachers to identify, track, and remediate learning weaknesses
• Provide updates on students’ progress and continued areas of focus with parents and teachers as necessary

Qualifications: 

• Orton-Gillingham certification at the Associate level or higher (Classroom educator certification alone does not meet the requirement) 
• 3 - 5 years of prior experience supporting early literacy development in one-on-one or small-group settings
• Strong understanding of structured literacy and the science of reading
• Skilled at using multisensory, explicit, and systematic instruction to support reading, spelling and writing
• Experience with literacy progress monitoring tools (e.g. DIBELS, PAST, running records) 
• Demonstrated success differentiating instruction to meet a range of learning profiles
• Ability to design engaging, targeted lessons that build student confidence and foundational skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A demonstrated understanding of diversity and cultural competency through prior work with diverse populations
• Able to build trusting relationships with students, families and teachers
• Maintains a learner’s mindset and a problem-solving approach to new challenges

To apply: please send a cover letter and resume to apply@shs.org. Please be sure to include “Literacy Tutor” in the subject line of the email. 

Shady Hill is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Employees must be authorized to work in the United States. For more information on Shady Hill please visit us at www.shs.org. 

About Shady Hill School

For over 100 years, Shady Hill has been a leader in progressive elementary and middle school education and teacher training. The year-long central subject study, which emphasizes strong content, the use of primary sources, acquisition of essential skills, and self-discovery, forms the core of our curriculum. As a diverse school, we believe that a varied and inclusive community is an educational and moral imperative that empowers us all. Therefore, we seek to hire faculty and staff who share our vision. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, competitive salaries and a generous benefits package. Shady Hill is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. For more information on Shady Hill please visit us at www.shs.org. Shady Hill offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance plans, a school-matched retirement plan and paid time off.

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