Reading Tutor Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Reading tutors can secure H-1B visa, O-1 visa, or TN visa sponsorship through specialized educational programs, learning centers, and school districts. Success depends on demonstrating the specialized knowledge required for literacy intervention and having an education degree that directly supports the specialty occupation requirement. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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JOB POSTING TITLE:
Reading Tutor 24 - 25
HIRING DEPARTMENT:
Special Education
POSITION OPEN TO:
All Applicants
WEEKLY SCHEDULED HOURS:
40
FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt
EARLIEST START DATE:
Sep 16, 2024
POSITION DURATION:
Expected to Continue Until May 02, 2025
LOCATION:
AUSTIN, TX
JOB DETAILS:
Purpose
The position of Reading Tutor is responsible for serving as a reading tutor for first grade students attending an afterschool program for a federally funded research project in the Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk, part of the College of Education at the University of Texas at Austin. This position includes teaching small groups of first grade students using a structured reading program, a minimum of 3 times a week, attending professional development sessions, recording student progress, and assisting in other project related activities (e.g., administer assessments, manage materials). All training for the reading tutor position (i.e., instruction, data collection, progress monitoring) will be provided to the reading tutors.
Responsibilities
- Teach a structured reading intervention with high fidelity and quality to a small group of first grade students in an afterschool program 3 times a week; teach make-up sessions in case of absences
- Administer progress monitoring measures
- Document student attendance and behavior
- Assist in other project related activities (e.g., administer assessments, materials management)
- Attend team meetings and maintain communication with project coordinators and afterschool program site coordinators/reading coaches
- Complete human subjects research training successfully
Required Qualifications
This position requires a bachelor's degree with at least one year prior experience working with children. Daily access to transportation to Round Rock and Leander ISD. Daily availability during afterschool program hours (2:30pm – 4:30 or 5:00pm).
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience tutoring individual or small groups of students
- Prior experience working with children
Salary Range
$19/hr + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
- Working environment includes work in classrooms, working with first grade students.
Work Shift
- Daily availability, Monday through Friday
- 2:30 pm - 4:30 or 5pm
- Must work a minimum of 3 shifts a week, for 6 hours a week
Required Materials
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
- E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
- Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
- Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Reading Tutor Jobs
Target specialized literacy programs over general tutoring
Focus on dyslexia centers, reading intervention programs, and special education services. These employers better justify H-1B specialty occupation requirements than general tutoring companies.
Emphasize your education degree specialization
Reading instruction, special education, or literacy studies degrees strongly support visa applications. General education degrees may face scrutiny without specialized coursework documentation.
Document specialized training and certifications
Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Reading System, or similar certifications demonstrate specialized knowledge. Include these credentials prominently in your sponsorship discussions with employers.
Consider TN visa if you're Canadian or Mexican
Reading tutors may qualify under the 'Teacher' TN category with proper credentials. This bypasses H-1B lottery concerns and offers faster processing.
Explore O-1 for exceptional achievements in education
Published literacy research, innovative teaching methods, or recognition in reading instruction can support O-1 petitions for highly accomplished reading specialists.
Apply to school districts during hiring seasons
Public school districts often sponsor for specialized positions. Time applications for spring hiring cycles when reading intervention positions open for fall.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do reading tutors qualify for H-1B specialty occupation requirements?
Reading tutors can qualify if they work in specialized literacy intervention roles requiring specific educational training. General tutoring may not meet specialty occupation standards, but positions requiring dyslexia intervention, special education support, or advanced reading assessment typically do qualify with proper degree alignment.
What degree requirements apply to reading tutor visa sponsorship?
Most successful cases involve education degrees with literacy specialization, special education, reading instruction, or closely related fields. General education degrees may qualify if supplemented by specialized reading instruction certifications like Orton-Gillingham or Wilson Reading System training that demonstrate specialized knowledge.
Which visa options work best for reading tutors?
H-1B visa remains the primary option for most reading tutors through school districts or specialized learning centers. TN visa applies to Canadian and Mexican citizens under the 'Teacher' category. O-1 suits reading specialists with exceptional achievements in literacy research or innovative educational methods.
How competitive is H-1B sponsorship for reading tutors?
Competition varies significantly by employer type. School districts and specialized dyslexia centers typically have stronger justification for specialty occupation requirements. Private tutoring companies face more scrutiny from USCIS unless they can demonstrate the specialized nature of reading intervention services.
How to find Reading Tutor jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Reading Tutor jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsored positions. Look for opportunities at international schools, language centers, educational nonprofits, and tutoring companies. These employers commonly sponsor H-1B, J-1 visa, or O-1 visas for qualified reading specialists and literacy educators with relevant teaching credentials.
Can reading tutors change employers after getting sponsored?
Yes, but you need a new H-1B petition from each employer since tutoring positions often involve specific program methodologies. TN holders can change employers more easily with a new TN application. Maintain continuous status during transitions to avoid complications.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Reading Tutor jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.