Position Summary

The Exito K-3 Literacy Tutor works in the Éxito K-3 Literacy Strategy program, providing targeted literacy interventions to current 2^nd grade students and follows those same students through 3^rd grade to ensure they read proficiently by 4^th grade while simultaneously providing case management and family supportive services to ensure a holistic environment for student academic success. This position works in the in-school and afterschool space and targets the highest need students to provide literacy interventions and assessments.  The Exito K-3 Literacy Tutor supports small groups of students with identified academic barriers to test and implement a variety of literacy interventions and monitor student progress. This position collaborates with the Literacy Specialist to support the design and implementation of literacy interventions with the main goal of developing students’ proficient reading skills to support their academic growth.

This position reports to the Exito K-3 Literacy Specialist. This is an ONSITE position with work conducted at Congreso’s office building(s), Pan American Academy Charter School (PAACS), and Julia De Burgos (JDB).

The Exito K-3 Literacy Tutor applies the principles of the organization’s signature service delivery approach, Primary Client Model (PCM™), by promoting a positive employee/client-focused experience that is appreciative of the unique strengths, values and needs that each individual brings; and by using data to inform and drive decision making. Attention is given to compliance, quality assurance, and best practices as they relate to the role.

Congreso is committed to attracting and retaining candidates who have a passion for their work and will serve as ambassadors of the agency’s mission, values, and DEI&B vision.  We encourage all qualified individuals, including those of diverse backgrounds, differently abled, LGBTQ+, and women to apply.   Congreso is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions listed below.

• Represents Congreso’s mission, values, and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and will be an ambassador of our work.
• Collaborates with the Literacy Specialist to develop a targeted approach of delivering 1:1 or small group instruction to students using a variety of activities to reinforce learning and development.
• Collaborates with the Literacy Specialist to develop individualized student learning goals, achievements, and overall progress to ensure client success.
• Sets individual and small group goals for literacy milestones based on student data and ensures lesson plans are tied to desired milestones.
• Works with small groups of students with identified academic barriers to test and implements a variety of academic interventions and monitor student progress.
• Monitors homework completion and reading minutes as determined by model outcomes.
• Documents each session with the skills practiced or mastered and a goal for the next session.
• Communicates on an ongoing basis with the Literacy Specialist as well as classroom instructors, school administrators to provide student progress updates.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

All Staff Competencies

• Basic understanding of Congreso’s mission, values, DEI&B vision, Mission2Impact, Primary Client Model, programs, and services.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the community needs and demographics.
• Ability to understand, acknowledge, and assess client needs to provide a timely, trauma informed approach in service.
• Ensures the appropriate handling of sensitive information and understanding for issues such as confidentiality, domestic abuse, child abuse, and mandated reporter requirements.
• Adheres to all Congreso, departmental, programmatic, and security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Attends all Congreso trainings and in-services as required, including relevant professional groups to maintain professional, requisite knowledge and licensure.
• Attends, participates, and facilitates relevant staff meetings to promote communication and execution of goals.
• Ability to effectively use standard office equipment, including a variety of common software programs such as Office365, UNIDAD, and other customized databases.
• Follows through on assignments, works in a timely manner, within established deadlines, and completes special projects specific to the function of the department, as needed or as directed by supervisor.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse groups, in a compassionate, courteous, and respectful manner that fosters an inclusive environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including effective and respectful communication with individuals and groups.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) written and verbal skills required.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Minimum Experience, Education, and Qualifications

Minimum Education: 

High School Diploma or GED Diploma required. Associate degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field and two years of experience with children preferred.

Minimum Experience:
 2 years’ work experience in early childhood education or afterschool settings providing literacy and academic support. 

Demonstrated computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong literacy and communication skills.

Knowledge of the Latino and urban community of Philadelphia, a plus. 

Certification/License:  

Act 126 Training required, may be completed post hire.

Mandated Reporter and Supporting Children and Families with Disabilities training certificates required and may be completed post hire.