For Teachers
Preparing students for success
in school and beyond
The Centre for Literacy's team is full of enthusiastic, well-trained teachers committed to improving the educational outcomes for students of all ages with learning disorders/disabilities.
Evidence-based professional development is ongoing, expected and free for Centre staff.
400+
happy students
60+
teaching staff
Ready to join our team? Check out these job openings.
Teacher - Literacy (K-Grade 6) - In Person (South Edmonton)
What is the opportunity?
As a teacher for the Centre for Literacy, you will provide one-on-one individualized support to students in Grades K-6 who struggle with reading, comprehension and writing. Support will be in-person, starting with 6 hours, with potential to build the student base up to 20 hours. You will be provided with evidence-based specialized professional development, which is ongoing, expected and free for Centre for Literacy teachers.
What will you do?
Prepare individualized lesson plans
Teach students in-person at a south Edmonton location
Classes are typically 60 minutes
Report progress regularly
Work with a mentor to develop competencies
What do you need to succeed?
Bachelor of Education
High commitment to professional development
Excellent communication skills and emotional intelligence
Digital literacy across a broad range of devices
Competency using Google Meet and Google Slides, or equivalent
Nice-to-have
Training in phonological awareness, UFLI Foundations
Experience working with students with learning disabilities
Training in math strategies, where relevant
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Flexibility to work hours suitable to your schedule
Work with students one-on-one
Access leaders who will support your development through mentorship
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
Teachers commit to a minimum of 6 hours per week with a consistent schedule for the school year. Teaching hours are done typically after school/early evenings and/or Saturdays and Sundays.
Rate of Pay
$25-$29 per hour of teaching. Rate is dependent upon education and experience.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to roberta@centre4literacy.com
Professional Development
Next Level Learning!
Build your teacher toolbox and enrich your students' learning.
The Centre for Literacy develops professional courses for teachers who want to build their skills in teaching reading and working with students with challenges that affect their learning.
Click below to find courses on:
Structured Literacy
Phonemic Awareness and Phonics
Orthography
Vocabulary and Comprehension
Morphology
Executive Functioning Skills
A Dyslexia Primer and ePicturebook
