Reading Coach
- Posted
- 7 days ago
- Employment type
- Part-Time
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Closing date
About this organization
About J3 Foundation
J3 Foundation (J3) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to give kids the foundation they need for a lifetime of reading success. J3 strives to equip 4th graders in communities with fewer resources with the tools they need to help them reach grade-level literacy and foster positive self-image, self-confidence, a supportive community, a new love of reading, and an identity as a reader.
Launched in 2018, the program was created in response to the alarming data showing that 4th-grade students in under-resourced schools who have fallen behind in their reading level have a greater chance of being incarcerated or on public assistance as young adults. J3 is committed to changing that narrative by providing reading intervention programs and after-school reading clubs to students in Los Angeles County, and eventually in other cities across the country.
About this job
Position Overview
J3 Foundation is seeking passionate part-time Reading Coaches to support 4th-grade students with reading difficulties through small-group instruction. Using the research-based SIPPS curriculum, Reading Coaches deliver targeted reading interventions during the school day to help students build reading confidence, improve comprehension skills, and reach grade-level proficiency. This position reports directly to a J3 Program Manager and plays a key role in fostering literacy and a love of learning.
Roles & responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Deliver engaging, small-group reading instruction (max 6 students) using the SIPPS curriculum
Conduct pre-assessments, track progress, and maintain accurate attendance and performance records
Foster a restorative and inclusive learning environment that supports student growth
Collaborate with school staff to identify eligible students and support enrollment and family communication
Maintain clear, consistent communication with J3 Program Manager, school site teams, and families
Build strong community partnerships and represent J3 with professionalism and commitment to equity
Participate in special events and assist with program material pickups/drop-offs up to three times annually (mileage reimbursed)
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in education or related field
3+ years of experience working with students in an urban school setting
Strong understanding of data-driven instruction principles
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and educators
Reliable transportation for potential travel between school locations
Commitment to professional development and growth
Prefered Qualifications:
Master's degree in education
Reading Specialist (or 3+ yrs experience teaching struggling readers)
California Certified Teaching Credential
Experience with SIPPS curriculum
Bilingual proficiency (Spanish/English and/or Armenian/English)
To apply
Please apply using the link provided.
J3 Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse and inclusive team strengthens our work, and we encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences mirror those of the students and communities we serve.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.