2026-2027 VALLSS Instructor

Portsmouth Public Schools

Portsmouth (VA)

On-site

USD 34,440

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local educational institution in Portsmouth is seeking a part-time VALLSS Instructor responsible for implementing early literacy intervention for students. This role involves working with small groups and requires collaboration with classroom teachers and reading specialists. Candidates should have an associate's degree or equivalent experience and teaching skills. The position is part-time, offering $25 per hour, with an emphasis on ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

Must have experience teaching reading/working with student reading groups.
Associate's degree or ParaPro exam with qualifying score required.

Responsibilities

Implement early literacy intervention instruction for students.
Assist in administering the VALLSS Screener and interpret results.
Collaborate with classroom teachers and reading specialists.

Skills

Teaching methods knowledge

Instructional lesson preparation

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Associate's degree or 48 semester credit hours

Tools

Classroom instructional equipment

Job description

2026-2027 VALLSS Instructor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5512067
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jan 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 14, 2026

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: PART-TIME VALLSS INSTRUCTOR

REPORTS TO: BUILDING PRINCIPAL/OFFICE OF ELEMENTARY ENGLISH

OVER-TIME STATUS: NON-EXEMPT PAY: PER HOUR

JOB SUMMARY

This is a part-time (29 hours per week) position that will work under the supervision of the school principal and the Office of Elementary English. The VALLSS Instructor is responsible for implementing early literacy intervention instruction for students. As determined by identified student needs, this individual will be assigned to work with multiple small groups of students. Ongoing professional development will be an integral part of this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Assist in the administration of the VALLSS Screener as determined by the Office of Elementary English, three times per year, and assist with the interpretation of results of the VALLSS Screener.
Provide instructional lessons to reach achievement goals for individual students and targeted student groups in collaboration with classroom teachers and/or reading specialists.
Become knowledgeable of teaching methods and materials to support early literacy development.
Prepare instructional materials; performs designated literacy lessons with students; uses supplementary learning materials as needed
Administer assessment tools to assess student abilities related to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes; assists in assessing and evaluating student achievement.
Collaborate with teachers and reading specialists in both written and oral formats, to share information regarding student achievement.
Maintain accurate records of student data.
Follow the instructional schedule provided.
Attend mandatory monthly professional learning provided by the VALLSS Coordinator.
Complete the VALLS Training Modules.
Appraise his/her own effectiveness and demonstrate successful application of skills and information acquired to increase effectiveness.
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; ability to maintain confidential files and information and to compile reports; ability to deal effectively with students and teachers; skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment; ability to operate audio visual, standard office, word and data processing equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students and the general public.

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent sitting, walking, bending, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, and reaching. Occasional standing, stooping, crouching, and kneeling. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds rarely. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants must possess either of the following: an associate’s degree or 48 semester credit hours (2 years) at an accredited college or university, or have successfully passed the ParaPro exam (score of at least 455) and have experience teaching reading/working with student reading groups at the elementary level.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

All applicants please submit an on-line application along with copies of supporting credentials and 2 references. Be sure to connect your application to the advertised position.

PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $25 Per Hour

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