Reading Tutor

Position Type:
Reading Tutors

Date Posted:
6/8/2026

Location:
Site to be determined

Position Start Date:
2026-2027 school year

Closing Date:
Open until filled Hours:
6.75 hours per day



Salary Range:
$15.90 per hour, subject to increase based on experience. This position includes employee benefits.


Reports to:
Building Principal.

General Requirements

Clearances:
Employment is contingent upon a Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance, paid for by the applicant.



Education Level:
Bachelor's Degree. South Dakota teaching certificate with Elementary endorsement. Must be highly qualified for the position according to South Dakota Department of Education guidelines and regulations.



Experience Desired:
Previous experience working with students is preferred. Experience with students needing additional assistance is helpful.



Other Requirements:
Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong listening and problem-solving skills, skills in human relations, leadership and conflict management. In-depth knowledge of effective teaching strategies and subject matter. Portrays a positive self-concept and attitude toward teaching. Maintains professional appearance. Demonstrated ability to work courteously and cooperatively with people in a multi-person environment. Ability to work efficiently with a wide range of students, staff and administration. Demonstrated computer skills. Ability to handle stress and the ability to exercise self-control. React to change productively. Demonstrated ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality in dealing with individuals and/or their records.



Physical Requirements:
This position requires constant eye-hand, mind-eye coordination. Intermittent speaking, standing, walking, sitting, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling and writing. Frequent carrying of up to twenty five (25) pounds.



Essential Functions

• Support the philosophy and mission of the Aberdeen School District.
• Assist with assessments to identify students in need of additional reading support.
• Select materials and plan guided reading lessons.
• Assist with groups of students to reinforce classroom guided reading instruction.
• Assist individual children in need of additional guided instruction.
• Maximize available amount of time for teaching.
• Establish and maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students.
• Maintain an organized and attractive physical work environment.
• Recognize signs of emotional/physical distress in students and take appropriate action when necessary.
• Maintain appropriate management and supervision for all assigned students.
• Take all reasonable and necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Meet and instruct assigned students in the location(s) and time(s) designated.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence by participating in district-initiated staff development.
• Communicate effectively and clearly with others.
• Use appropriate and effective written and spoken language.
• Respond to communications within the school district, (e-mail, voice mail, interoffice memos, postal mail) in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all district policies, handbooks, and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal.