Reading Coach Job Description

The success of Team Read depends on the commitment, dedication and responsibility of the Reading Coaches.

Reading Coach goal/purpose:

Assist assigned student reader in improving his/her reading through one-on-one tutoring. Be a positive role model and mentor.

Reading Coaches are expected to:

• Attend required training sessions
• Develop a positive relationship with student reader
• Model appropriate behaviors and a positive attitude towards reading
• Be present at every tutoring session
• Be on time and work within the established schedule until dismissed by the site coordinator
• Work within the tutoring structure outlined in the training sessions and materials
• Follow directions by the site coordinator, program manager, reading specialist, and other program organizers
• Contact site coordinator in advance if you must be late or miss a session
• Report to site coordinator if student reader is absent; you may be assigned other duties.