Literacy Tutor

Position Title: Literacy Tutor

THE RIDLEY DIFFERENCE

Founded in 1889, Ridley College is a co-educational boarding and day school with over 700 students in JK to grade 12 from more than 60 countries worldwide.  The Ridley experience integrates a traditional liberal arts education with individual learning enhanced by the principles of positive psychology, the International Baccalaureate continuum program, a learner-driven culture and campus community, exceptional athletics and dynamic arts programs, and a commitment of service to others.  This unique combination prepares meaningful and flourishing lives by teaching the habits of mind, body and spirit, and the values needed to lead in a global society. 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a Literacy Tutor who is knowledgeable and qualified to assist students in the Lower School (Kindergarten to Grade 6). Tutoring sessions can be one-on-one or in a small group setting. All tutoring will occur on the Ridley campus in the Learning Centre. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

•       Meet with students, as needed, over the course of the year (at student discretion and based on tutor availability);

•       Communicate with the family, Learning Strategies teacher and classroom teacher on a consistent basis

•       Plan and deliver instruction and/or practise that meets the needs of the student based on assessment, teacher and family feedback

QUALIFICATIONS:

•       Post secondary degree in English or 1 year of post-secondary education in the related field of study 

•       Experience teaching or tutoring lower school aged students an asset

•       Experience with Orton-Gillingham or structured literacy programmes using the Orton-Gillingham approach preferred

•       Knowledge of teaching techniques and learning styles

•       Familiarity with the Ontario Curriculum 

•       Ability to travel to Ridley College for student meetings

•       OCT considered an asset 

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are encouraged to upload their resume using the fields on the right side of this page.

As a condition of employment, a satisfactory Vulnerable Persons Screening Report must be provided. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.

Ridley College is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and equitable environment where everyone feels respected, valued and supported.  Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used in order to ensure your equal participation.

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