Reading Intervention Teacher for Elementary Students (Remote)

About Air Reading

Air Education Inc. (Air Reading) delivers evidence-based, small-group online reading instruction to elementary students. Grounded in the Science of Reading, our program partners with schools to accelerate literacy development and provides teachers with structured curriculum, coaching, and professional development.

Air Reading is recognized as an ESSA Tier 1 program (Strong Evidence) , and independent research has demonstrated measurable gains in student reading outcomes.

Position Summary

• Employment type: Contract, remote
• Location: Must reside in and be authorized to work in the United States
• Schedule: Flexible teaching opportunities Monday–Friday, between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
• Compensation: Up to $24/hour
• Session length: Typically 30–40 minutes per small-group lesson
• Group size: Up to four elementary students

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured, engaging online reading instruction via Zoom using Air Reading’s provided curriculum.
• Follow step-by-step lesson plans while maintaining instructional fidelity to structured literacy and Science of Reading principles.
• Monitor and document student progress using established assessment and reporting tools.
• Provide timely, actionable feedback that supports student learning and growth.
• Create a positive, orderly virtual classroom environment that promotes student engagement and participation.
• Collaborate with Air Reading’s instructional team and school partners as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Proficiency with Zoom and common digital teaching tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build positive connections with elementary-aged students in an online learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications

These qualifications are valued but are not required.

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Degree or coursework in education, literacy, English, or a related field.
• Experience teaching early reading, phonics, or K–3 students.
• Familiarity with structured literacy and Science of Reading approaches.

Why This Role Matters

As an Air Reading teacher, you’ll help students build foundational reading skills through structured, evidence-based instruction. You’ll also gain experience with research-backed literacy practices and receive ongoing coaching and professional development to support your growth as an educator.

Learn More About Air Reading

Our approach is backed by research. A Johns Hopkins University randomized controlled trial found that students participating in Air Reading programs made significant gains on standardized reading assessments. Air Reading is also recognized as an ESSA Tier 1 (Strong Evidence) program and has been featured by Proven Tutoring.