Reading Specialist

Fusion Academy is the school that changes everything! We are a fully accredited 1-to-1 private school for grades 4–12. As a Reading Specialist, you’ll have the flexibility to shape your schedule, design creative lessons, and collaborate with passionate colleagues. Our diverse team of lifelong learners shares a mission to personalize education for every student — academically, socially, and emotionally.

Please note: Not all campuses serve grades 4 and 5, and specific details will be shared during the interview process.

What You'll Do

Provide individualized, one-to-one reading instruction to middle and high school students with diverse learning needs, skill levels, and learning profiles. Provide individualized, one-to-one reading instruction to middle and high school students with diverse learning needs, skill levels, and learning profiles. Assess students' reading abilities to identify strengths and areas for growth in phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and written-text analysis, as appropriate.

Develop and implement individualized reading intervention plans based on assessment results, student needs, and established learning objectives. Support students in developing reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary acquisition, and the ability to independently analyze and interpret complex texts. Teach in a truly personalized way — one student at a time.

Differentiate and personalize academic instruction and support social and emotional development in students ranging from 4th - 12th grades. Build strong, consistent partnerships with parents and guardians. Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to campus life or culture. Keep student records accurate and organized.

Invest in your own growth through reflection, feedback, and ongoing professional development.

What We're Looking For

Reading Specialist certification required. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees or a teaching credential is a plus. Ability and willingness to teach a wide range of English courses ( English Composition, Literature, and Language Arts ), following content standards — curriculum and resources provided. Experience working with students, including those with learning differences, neurodiversity, accelerated learning needs, and/or mental health challenges.

Mentoring experience and a passion for social-emotional learning. Outgoing, adaptable, and eager to thrive in a dynamic, student-centered environment. Skilled with technology, curious about innovation, and open to learning new tools. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. A growth mindset with the flexibility to pivot and problem-solve as needed.

Florida residents require level 2 background screening through https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ . *This is a part-time position with the potential to grow into full-time contingent upon student enrollment. Why Fusion? Because teaching with us means more than delivering lessons — it means being part of a community that believes in you .

At Fusion, we’re dedicated to 1-1 personalized learning — emotionally, socially, and academically — and we invest in our teachers just like we invest in our students. Learn more about Fusion and this opportunity HERE.

Benefits

We offer a package for full-time employees which generally includes : Medical, dental, and vision plans Vacation time (for certain positions) in accordance with company policy and state law Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability In addition to the above items, full-time and part-time employees can generally participate in the following benefits: Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility Tax-advantaged commuter benefits Employee assistance program This position may also be eligible to receive a variable bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.

If a bonus applies, more information will be given at offer. Work Authorization: Employment is contingent upon authorization to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this role. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex.

Qualified applicants who have access to or contact with students or the public, who are responsible for the safeguarding of others’ well-being, and who work with little supervision in close proximity to others will be required to complete a criminal history check once a contingent offer of employment is made. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local law.

The nature and gravity of an offense, the length of time since the conviction, and the nature of the job in question are all considered, and criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify employment. Any discussion of criminal history will occur only after the background check is completed and a copy is provided to the applicant.

Pay Range

USD $28.00

• USD $28.00 /Hr. Why Fusion? Because teaching with us means more than delivering lessons — it means being part of a community that believes in you . At Fusion, we’re dedicated to 1-1 personalized learning — emotionally, socially, and academically — and we invest in our teachers just like we invest in our students. Learn more about Fusion and this opportunity HERE.

Benefits

We offer a package for full-time employees which generally includes : Medical, dental, and vision plans Vacation time (for certain positions) in accordance with company policy and state law Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability In addition to the above items, full-time and part-time employees can generally participate in the following benefits: Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility Tax-advantaged commuter benefits Employee assistance program This position may also be eligible to receive a variable bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.

If a bonus applies, more information will be given at offer. Work Authorization: Employment is contingent upon authorization to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this role. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex.

Qualified applicants who have access to or contact with students or the public, who are responsible for the safeguarding of others’ well-being, and who work with little supervision in close proximity to others will be required to complete a criminal history check once a contingent offer of employment is made. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local law.

The nature and gravity of an offense, the length of time since the conviction, and the nature of the job in question are all considered, and criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify employment. Any discussion of criminal history will occur only after the background check is completed and a copy is provided to the applicant.

*This is a part-time position with the potential to grow into full-time contingent upon student enrollment.