Remote Contract English Tutor for U.S. Elementary Students

October 15, 2026

About Us Air Reading brings evidence-based reading instruction to elementary students through small-group online classes. Our program, grounded in the Science of Reading, partners with schools to accelerate student progress while providing teachers with professional development and coaching. Independent evaluations, including a Johns Hopkins randomized controlled trial, demonstrate measurable student gains; the program holds an ESSA Tier 1 rating and is featured by Proven Tutoring. Position Overview <ul><li>Employment type: Contract, remote (must be located in the United States)</li><li>Schedule: Flexible teaching hours Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. PST</li><li>Compensation: Up to $24/hour</li><li>Location: Remote within the United States, excluding California. </li></ul>Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Deliver structured, small-group online reading lessons via Zoom for up to four elementary students per session, with sessions typically lasting 30–40 minutes.</li><li>Implement the provided curriculum and instructional materials, following detailed lesson steps and fidelity expectations based on structured literacy and the Science of Reading.</li><li>Monitor, document, and communicate student progress consistently, using established assessment and reporting tools.</li><li>Maintain an engaging, supportive, and orderly virtual learning environment that promotes student growth. </li></ul>Required Qualifications <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or higher.</li><li>Authorization to work in the United States.</li><li>Comfortable with Zoom and common digital learning tools.</li><li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills with students, colleagues, and school partners. </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications (not Required) <ul><li>Bilingual in Spanish and English.</li><li>Degree or coursework in education, English, literacy, or a related field.</li><li>Experience teaching phonics or early reading (K–3) and familiarity with structured literacy approaches. </li></ul>Why Join Us <ul><li>Contribute to a nationally recognized, research-backed program addressing literacy gaps.</li><li>Apply and deepen knowledge of the Science of Reading through structured curriculum and coaching.</li><li>Gain professional development and practical experience in evidence-based literacy instruction. </li></ul>Learn More About Us To understand the impact of our program and what you'll be doing as a teacher here, we invite you to explore independent research and external reviews: <ul><li>Johns Hopkins University RCT Study: Air Reading Evaluation</li><li>ESSA Tier 1 Evidence Rating</li><li>Proven Tutoring: Air Reading Overview</li><li>Glassdoor Reviews</li></ul>

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