Orton-Gillingham Certified Tutor Weymouth, MA

About Us Stars School is a growing, specialized language-based school dedicated to supporting students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. Our mission is to provide individualized, evidence-based instruction within a nurturing and collaborative educational environment where students can build confidence, independence, and academic success. As a newly established school, we are seeking educators who are flexible, collaborative, and excited to help shape and grow an innovative learning community. Position Overview We are seeking a passionate and highly qualified Orton-Gillingham Certified Tutor to provide individualized and small-group structured literacy instruction to students in grades 1–8. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students with dyslexia and related learning differences and will value collaboration, creativity, and relationship-building within a dynamic school setting. Responsibilities Provide individualized and small-group literacy instruction using the Orton-Gillingham approach and other structured literacy methodologies. Develop and adapt lesson plans based on student needs, progress, and learning profiles. Utilize multisensory instructional strategies to support phonological awareness, decoding, encoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Support students in building confidence, self-advocacy skills, and positive learning experiences. Monitor student progress and maintain timely session notes and progress documentation. Collaborate with classroom teachers, specialists, and school staff to support student goals and instructional consistency. Communicate professionally and effectively with families and school districts as needed. Follow student IEPs, accommodation plans, and individualized learning goals. Contribute positively to a collaborative and evolving school culture. Qualifications Must hold Orton-Gillingham certification obtained from an International Dyslexia Association (IDA) accredited institution or program. Experience working with students with dyslexia, language-based learning differences, and special education needs required. Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Reading, or a related field. Strong understanding of structured literacy, phonics-based intervention, and multisensory instruction. Ability to create engaging, individualized lessons that meet diverse learner needs. Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills. Ability to work flexibly and positively within a growing school environment. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in a language-based, special education, or independent school setting. Familiarity with IEP implementation and progress monitoring. Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary educational teams. Position Details Part-time opportunity, with potential for growth. Monday-Friday schedule. Opportunity to be part of a mission-driven, collaborative start-up school community. We are looking for educators who are passionate about literacy instruction and excited to help build a school environment where students with language-based learning differences can thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kaizen Lab Inc.