Winter Reading Ready Tutor

Make a lasting impact on K–8 students in our local community as a Reading Tutor at Eastern Oregon University! This role involves using a specific literacy intervention called Reading Ready to help students develop early foundational reading skills. With paid training, flexible scheduling, and a supportive environment, you will build your own skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners. No prior tutoring experience or background in literacy is required.

Supervisors Name & Title	Jessica Hagedorn, Director of Tutoring Services
Student Job Title	Winter Reading Ready Tutor
Department	College of Education Reading Clinic
Position Funding	Department-funded position
Number of Student Positions	1
Job Category	Student employee
Job Level & Compensation/Wage	$16.05 per hour plus a $150 scholarship applied to the student account for the spring term (Level 5)
Job Location	On-campus, in-person; commute to a designated La Grande Elementary School
Job Duration	January 8 to March 22, with the option to continue during the spring term
Type of work schedule	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday A one-hour shift between 8 – 10 am
Estimated numbers of hours per week	4 to 8 hours, depending on the assigned tutoring slots
Experiential Leaning:	As a Winter Reading Ready Tutor, you will gain hands-on experience in early literacy development and instructional strategies. You will work one-on-one with students, helping them improve their reading skills through targeted intervention. This role provides an excellent opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge from your studies to real-world teaching scenarios, enhancing your understanding of early childhood education.
Professional Development:	This position offers numerous professional development opportunities. You will receive job-specific training provided by the College of Education Reading Clinic and participate in University-wide training events. Additionally, you will have access to sponsored training activities, career exploration activities via Career Services, and resume reviews with Career Services and/or WorkSource Oregon. These experiences will help you build professional competencies such as communication, patience, adaptability, and educational techniques, preparing you for diverse career paths in education.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:	– Commute to and from a designated La Grande Elementary School to conduct tutoring sessions. – Complete necessary background checks, fingerprinting, and other compliance requirements (costs covered by the university). – Participate in approximately 4 hours of online training prior to the start of tutoring. – Conduct data entry for each tutoring session and maintain accurate records. – Track and submit timesheets accurately and on time. – Submit session recordings periodically to support tutor development and adhere to program standards. – Maintain and organize tutoring materials, ensuring they are prepared for each session.
Minimum Qualifications:	– Training and tutoring commitment begins January 8 and continues through March 22. – Option to tutor during the spring term is available. – Tutors must participate in paid training the weeks of January 8 and January 15. – Schedule allows for tutoring: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. A one-hour shift between 8 – 10 am – Comfortable working in a school setting and facilitating 1:1 sessions with young students. – Positive attitude and growth mindset while working with students. – Willingness to learn about key literacy concepts. – Ability to follow written directions. – Organized, timely, responsible, and professional.
Preferred Qualifications:	– Previous experience working with children, particularly in educational settings. – Interest or background in education, early childhood development, or a related field. – Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	– Understanding of early literacy development and instructional strategies. – Ability to engage young learners and foster a supportive educational environment. – Skills in managing time effectively and adapting to the needs of individual students.
Required Application Material:	– Resume – Intro/Cover Letter
Send Application Materials To:	Jessica Hagedorn, Director of Tutoring Services, hagedoj@eou.edu
Job Opening Date:	11/18/2025
Job Closing Date:	Open Until Filled
First Day of Application Review:	Reviewing as they come in
Estimated Start Date:	Winter Term
Special Message	Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
Position Description	https://www.eou.edu/career/files/2024/06/Winter-Reading-Ready-Tutor.pdf