Literacy Workshop Instructor (PK - 12)

Connally ISD; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Part time

Job summary

CONNALLY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Literacy Workshop Instructor for PK-2 to provide developmentally appropriate literacy enrichment during Cadet Enrichment Hour. The role focuses on building early literacy skills through engaging activities and supports language development, print awareness, and emergent writing.

The position requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) with preferred coursework in early childhood education or reading, and a Texas teaching certificate where

Qualifications

• Develop literacy workshop activities for PK-2 students.
• Support letter recognition, sounds, vocabulary, and emergent writing.
• Use read-alouds, songs, storytelling, and hands-on activities to teach reading.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide engaging literacy workshop activities for elementary students.
• Support early literacy skills including letter recognition, sounds, vocabulary, listening and reading comprehension.
• Use read-alouds, storytelling, songs, rhymes, games, and hands-on materials to build student interest in reading and language.
• Provide instruction developmentally appropriate for young learners and responsive to student needs.
• Reinforce positive literacy habits, including listening to stories and active participation.
• Encourage curiosity, confidence, communication and participation.
• Adapt activities to support different learning levels and language needs.

Skills

Early literacy knowledge

Small-group instruction

Classroom management

Communication skills

Literacy activities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Assoc/Bach coursework in ECE/reading

Texas teaching certificate (preferred)

Job description

CONNALLY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB TITLE: Literacy Workshop Instructor (PK-2) WAGE/HOUR: $30 / Hour

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Support

DEPARTMENT: Chief Education Office HOURS: Daily From 3:15 to 5:15

Role And Purpose

Provide developmentally appropriate literacy enrichment instruction for prekindergarten and kindergarten students during Cadet Enrichment Hour. The PK2 Literacy Workshop Instructor will support early language, listening, speaking, phonological awareness, print awareness, vocabulary, comprehension, and beginning reading and writing skills through engaging, hands-on, and age-appropriate activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate's degree, bachelor's degree, or coursework in early childhood education, reading, child development, or related field preferred
• Valid Texas teaching certificate in Early Childhood, EC6, Reading, or related area preferred
• Must meet district background check and employment clearance requirements

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of early childhood literacy development
• Ability to work effectively with elementary students
• Ability to lead small-group and whole-group literacy activities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to use songs, stories, movement, visuals, manipulatives, and play-based activities to support literacy
• Ability to manage young children in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment
• Knowledge of age-appropriate classroom routines and positive behavior supports

Major Responsibilities And Duties

I. PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT

• Plan and provide engaging literacy workshop activities for elementary students.
• Support early literacy skills, including letter recognition, letter sounds, phonological awareness, vocabulary development, listening comprehension, oral language, print concepts, and emergent writing.
• Use read-alouds, storytelling, songs, rhymes, games, hands-on materials, movement, and creative activities to build student interest in reading and language.
• Provide instruction that is developmentally appropriate for young learners and responsive to student needs.
• Reinforce positive literacy habits, including listening to stories, handling books appropriately, participating in discussions, and expressing ideas.
• Encourage student curiosity, confidence, communication, and participation.
• Adapt activities to support different learning levels, language needs, and attention spans.

II. OVERSEE STUDENT SUPERVISION AND SAFETY

• Supervise students at all times during assigned enrichment sessions.
• Follow campus procedures for attendance, student movement, dismissal, emergencies, and behavior support.
• Use safe practices when leading activities involving food, physical movement, technology, tools, science materials, art supplies, or small equipment.
• Immediately report student injuries, safety concerns, discipline concerns, or unusual incidents to the campus administrator or designee.Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students.

III. ENGAGE IN CLASSROOM AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

• Establish clear expectations for student behavior, participation, and care of materials.
• Maintain an organized instructional space before, during, and after each session.
• Ensure district materials, technology supplies, and equipment are used responsibly.
• Communicate supply needs or program concerns to the campus designee in a timely manner.
• Participate in orientation, training, or planning meetings as required by the district.

Iv. Other Duties As Assigned

• Work cooperatively with campus staff, teachers, administrators, volunteers, and other enrichment instructors.
• Represent the district and the Cadet Enrichment Hour program in a professional and positive manner.
• Protect the confidentiality of student information.
• Follow all district policies, campus procedures, and applicable state and federal laws

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.
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