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About this Ctr. For Black Excellence: Reading Tutor – King Elementary role at Lewis & Clark College

Lewis & Clark College · Hybrid · Downtown Portland

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WHO WOULD I REPORT TO?

MLK Jr. School

WHAT DEPARTMENT IS THIS IN?

5470 FWS Off-Campus, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr School

WHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE?

2026-10-05

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2026-12-11

JOB PURPOSE

At the Center for Black Excellence, we believe in and enable every Black child to thrive. Through our 3rd-grade High-Dosage Tutoring Program, our goal is to connect students to 8,000 hours of out-of-school enrichment by the end of eighth grade through our E.T.H.O.S.(Eight Thousand Hours of Out-of-School) Enrichment Initiative. 
As a Reading Tutor, you will work directly with elementary-aged children to strengthen literacy skills, promote confidence, and foster positive learning experiences. 

This position lets you make a meaningful impact in the community while building professional skills in communication, leadership, and mentoring. Experience gained in this role is valuable preparation for careers in education, social services, or any field that values teamwork and problem-solving. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide one-on-one reading instruction to 3rd grade elementary students

  • Support students in practicing reading fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary development

  • Encourage and motivate students to build confidence and persistence as readers

  • Collaborate with site coordinator to align tutoring with literacy goals

  • Prepare and organize reading space before student arrival

  • Maintain a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment

  • Serve as a positive role model for students

  • Other duties as assigned

SCHEDULE

  • Preferred availability: 3 Days a week, Hybrid Model (On-site: Mondays & Wednesdays) (Virtual: Fridays & PPS No School Days)

  • Time: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm (Mondays & Wednesdays) 3:30pm - 4:30pm (Fridays

  • Student must be able to work between 6-9 hours per week

  • Transportation to and from King Elementary is provided

RATE OF PAY

$20.00 / hour

WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT

Federal Work Study required

The three core competencies gained through this role include:

  • Communication: Clearly and effectively exchange information with others through written, verbal, and non-verbal 

  • Leadership: Motivate, guide, and support others to achieve a common goal.

  • Equity & Inclusion: Recognize and respect diverse identities and foster inclusive environments.

Lewis & Clark College adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission.  We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, age, marital status, national origin, the presence of any physical or sensory disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and local laws.  The Associate Vice President of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment- and disability-related non-discrimination policies.  Title IX inquiries may be directed to the Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinators.

(https://www.lclark.edu/about/title_ix_compliance)

    Reasonable Accommodation

    Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. 

    Eligibility to Work
    In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.

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    How this Tutor salary compares

    This role pays $41,600/yrin line with the typical range for Tutor roles.

    $26,562 median $41,600 $72,800

    Typical range $33,280–$72,800/yr, from 292 comparable Tutor listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Tutor salary insights →

    About Lewis & Clark College

    At Lewis & Clark College, we’re excited to offer a variety of student positions tailored for our current students! Most of these opportunities are available exclusively to those with a Federal Work-Study (FWS) or Lewis & Clark Work-Study (LCWS) award included in their financial aid package. If you have an FWS award, you’re welcome to apply for any jobs posted. If you have an LCWS award, you can apply for both Lewis & Clark positions and non-work-study roles. For our non-work-study students, there are also great opportunities available—just look for the jobs that specify they don't require work-study eligibility. Remember, all student positions require you to be currently enrolled, so make su

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