Stillman Academy is hiring compassionate, curious educators who want to change the lives of students who face challenges with reading and writing.

We specialize in structured literacy instruction for students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, and other language-based learning differences. Our approach blends direct, systematic instruction with hands-on learning, field trips, and community-based exploration.

Whether you’re an experienced educator or just beginning your journey, this is an opportunity to receive specialized training, gain certification, and make a real difference.

We've concluded our hiring for the Fall 2025 semester. We’ll likely be re-opening the role for our January 2026 cohort. Check back here if you remain interested.

Structured Literacy Tutor (Part-Time or Full-Time)

To submit your resume please click on the role above and complete the application form.

Professional Development Opportunities - Tuition and Materials paid for by Stillman Academy

Slingerland Beginning Course, $3,025 (+$700 for materials), Semester or Summer Term
This foundational class introduces educators to the Slingerland Approach—a multisensory method for teaching reading, writing, and spelling. Participants learn the theory behind structured literacy and gain experience with its core techniques. It is the first required step toward certification.
Earns 6 graduate-level extension credits through the University of San Diego.

Slingerland Practicum Year 1, $3,025, Semester or School Year
This supervised practicum allows teachers to apply the Slingerland method in a real classroom setting. Participants plan lessons, deliver multisensory instruction, and receive mentorship from a certified instructor. Emphasis is placed on consistency, pacing, and adapting strategies to student needs.

Slingerland Practicum Year 2, $3,025, Semester or School Year
In the second practicum year, educators continue to refine their skills while independently managing classroom instruction using the Slingerland Approach. Feedback from mentors supports deeper implementation and classroom responsiveness. Successful completion prepares participants for final certification steps.
Earns 6 graduate-level extension credits through the University of San Diego.

Slingerland Certification Completion, $3,025 (+$700 for materials), Summer Term or Final Semester
The final phase includes a capstone experience where teachers demonstrate their mastery of Slingerland techniques. Participants complete advanced assignments and are formally evaluated on instructional quality. Upon completion, educators receive full certification.

Lindamood-Bell LiPS Workshop, $1,150 (+$439 for materials kit), 3 Days
The LiPS (Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing) workshop helps educators build students' phonemic awareness, crucial for reading, spelling, and speech development. The course emphasizes identifying and sequencing individual sounds in spoken words. It’s especially effective for students with language processing challenges.
Earns 1 graduate-level post-baccalaureate credit through UMass Global (optional, for additional fee).

SRSD Online Course, Varies ($299), 10–12 Hours (Self-Paced)
The SRSD (Self-Regulated Strategy Development) program provides teachers with research-backed writing strategies for opinion, narrative, and informative writing. It supports students’ writing stamina, structure, and self-regulation. The course is fully online and designed for practical classroom use.
CEU documentation available.