Read On! Page Turner
Job Title
Read On! Page Turner
Reports to
Read On! Program Manager
Classification
Hourly Nonexempt. Regular Part Time.
Pay
$22.00/hr
Term
August 19, 2026- June 4, 2027
Position Summary
The Read On! Page Turner will support the implementation of the Read On! reading tutoring program at a partnering elementary school. They will accomplish this by leading the day-to-day program coordination, operations, and managing the crucial relationships at their school site.
Program Coordination and Implementation
Coordinate the day-to day operations of the Read On! program at a partner school to ensure the Read On! curriculum and instruction meet students’ learning needs
Schedule student-tutor pairs and maintain master tutoring schedule
Monitor multiple concurrent sessions for tutor adherence to the Read On! program, curriculum, and methodologies
Provide feedback and guidance to tutors before, during, and after sessions
Read On! Tutoring Responsibilities
As needed, conduct high-quality one-to-one tutoring sessions with striving readers in grades 1-5.
Conduct pre, post- and progress monitoring reading assessments to monitor student growth and inform instruction; in conjunction with 916 Ink Staff create and implement individual student action plans.
Utilize established tutoring expectations and dynamics.
Practice effective student management and engagement.
Relationship Management
Act as an ambassador of 916 Ink and Read On!
Regularly communicate with teachers about the referral process, scheduling, and student performance and program experience
Regularly communicate with students' families about scheduling, tutoring sessions, student performance and program experience
Provide oversight, coaching and guidance to volunteer tutors
Create and maintain positive relationships with students, school staff, families, tutors, and 916 Ink staff and colleagues to create welcoming environments for all
Administrative Duties
Manage student record collection and data input
Maintain essential program documents and trackers
Support writing student progress reports to teachers and families
Participate in monthly staff meetings
Attend required training and professional development sessions
Complete special projects as assigned
Expected Hours
Must be available Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00-4:30pm
Must be available for in-person work 20-24 hours/week
Must be available for in-person work at least 3 days out of the work week (Monday-Friday)
Must be available for in-person work at one of the following Twin Rivers Unified Elementary Schools: Babcock, Fairbanks, FC Joyce, Michael J. Castori, or Village Elementary
Qualifications
Obtained high school diploma or GED equivalent
Must be able to demonstrate a commitment to 916 Ink’s mission, vision and core values
Demonstrate a passion for working with elementary school aged students
Communicative and reliable attendance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Execute tasks with multiple step directions
Pay strong attention to detail and manage competing priorities
Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking skills in order to solve problems
Must be able to take direction and carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability or track record for establishing strong internal and external working/ professional relationships
Access to reliable transportation to travel to assigned elementary school (Babcock, Fairbanks, FC Joyce, Michael J. Castori, or Village Elementary School)
Must be able to travel to 916 Ink office on occasion
Can quickly learn new technology systems
Bonus Points if You:
Are a 916 Ink alum or have volunteered with 916 Ink
Have experience volunteering with other community-based or education programs
Have experience with scheduling or coordination
Have experience tutoring
Speak Spanish, Farsi, Hmong, Russian, or Ukrainian
Upon conditional offer of employment, must be able to:
Provide a list of 2-3 professional and/or personal references.
Provide evidence of ability to live/work in the United States.
Provide evidence that you’re 18 years of age or older.
Must satisfactorily pass criminal background and professional employment background checks.
What Skills and Experiences You Will Gain
Page Turners will gain experience with scheduling and coordination as well as working with diverse groups of people, including but not limited to students, tutors (federal work study, service members, and volunteers), teachers, and families.
Page Turners will gain experience in individualizing instruction and administering assessments, making this an ideal experience for those who wish to pursue a career in education.
Page Turners will also be introduced to concepts in the science of reading, a comprehensive body of research that is empirically supported and provides the information needed to gain a deeper understanding of how we learn to read, what skills are involved, how they work together, and which parts of the brain are responsible for reading development.
Working Conditions
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Strong hearing and auditory abilities are required.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Alternative or combined skills in understanding, counseling, and/or influencing people are important in achieving job objectives, causing action, understanding others, or changing behavior; and, skills of persuasiveness or assertiveness, as well as sensitivity to the point of view of others.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild/moderate.
How to Apply
Please send a resume, cover letter, and availability Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30pm to Christina Nelson, Read On! Program Director, at christinan@916ink.org.
