Early Literacy Specialist
POSITION: Early Literacy Specialist
LOCATION: Various schools across Santa Ana
COMPENSATION: $12.00-$13.00/Hour (based on education and experience)
HOURS PER WEEK: 12.5 hours per week (MUST BE ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE AN OPEN/CONSISTENT SCHEDULE:
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY BETWEEN 8:00AM-11:00AM.
EARLY LITERACY MENTOR PROFESSIONAL
Boys & Girls Club of Santa Ana (BGCSA) is looking for motivated individuals with a passion for working with children and making a
positive impact in the area of early literacy. In partnership with Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) and United Way, the
BGCSA is committed to supporting the development of youth in Santa Ana by growing their literacy skills and improving their overall
academic success. If you are interested in helping youth and have a passion for reading, this could be the job for you!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Early Literacy Specialists are assigned to various SAUSD sites to work with children in grades K‐3 on a weekly basis to deliver
small‐group early literacy intervention. During group sessions, EL Specialists use reading level appropriate materials, provided by the
BGCSA, to practice and develop literacy skills ranging from phonics sounds to blending and comprehension. Mentors will facilitate a
variety of reading strategies and guide group discussions about the reading material. Most Specialists, instructors will make reading
fun and entertaining for youth. Other duties include: communicating with teachers and school personnel, progress monitoring
(student assessments), attendance tracking, and data tracking for student case load.
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