We are seeking an energetic and skilled educator to join our after-school program team! As a Reading Intervention Teacher, you will work with a small group of students in grades K-5 toward reading success.

You will create and facilitate interactive, hands-on, and engaging reading literacy projects and provide learning instruction to frustrational level readers. You will also assess students' oral reading fluency and reading comprehension.

The best fit teacher will demonstrate strong leadership skills, student engagement skills, and successful experience working with school-age children. Data management, organization, lesson planning, creativity, and flexibility are necessary practical skills. Most importantly, applicants must truly enjoy working with children!

Your goal is to create a welcoming learning environment and provide students with the tools they need to reach their full potential. The ideal candidate is compassionate, creative, has a passion for teaching, and loves children!

Responsibilities:

Plan fun reading intervention activities and engaging curriculum, ex. readers theater
Encourage the development of students’ critical thinking skills
Prepare any necessary learning materials
Assess oral reading fluency and reading comprehension
Provide feedback to students and parents
Homework help
Document students’ learning progress
Collaborate with program staff to create a healthy and safe learning environment
Report and document behavioral incidents

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher and state teaching certification preferred
Previous experience teaching at the k-5 level is preferred
Understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management
Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Compensation: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

MISSION & HISTORY

VISION & MISSION

URGENT, Inc. envisions a future where all children and youth have access to the social, economic, educational resources, and creative space they need to thrive. As a 501(c)(3) creative youth development organization based in Miami, FL, URGENT, Inc. is dedicated to empowering young creative minds to transform their lives and communities.

APPROACH

URGENT is a highly regarded creative youth development organization that utilizes an asset-based approach to help young people uncover and cultivate their unique talents and skills. Through our innovative programs in digital media arts education, positive youth development, and STEAM workforce development, we recognize and build upon the diverse strengths and assets of young people.

At URGENT, we believe that kids learn best through doing and that creativity is a powerful tool for personal and societal growth and transformation. By providing opportunities for young people to engage in the creative process, we help them to find their voice, share their stories, and make positive change in their lives and communities.

Our impact is grounded in a deep commitment to asset-based approaches that empower young people and foster their lifelong success. Join us as we develop the next generation of creative leaders!

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