Part-Time Library & Reading Teacher

Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Ambrose Catholic School in Houston, TX is seeking a part-time Library Assistant and Reading Teacher for PK3–8th grade. The role combines literacy instruction with library duties, guiding book checkout and fostering a love of reading in a faith-filled environment.

Responsibilities include weekly reading lessons by grade level, managing a welcoming library, Book Fair coordination, and collaboration with teachers to meet literacy goals. Catholic values are integral to the position.

Qualifications

• Current Texas teacher certification required.
• Experience teaching early childhood or elementary students preferred.
• Strong knowledge of foundational reading instruction and literacy development.
• Ability to engage students across a range of grade levels and reading abilities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to Catholic education and the mission of St. Ambrose Catholic School.

Responsibilities

• Promote a love of reading through read-alouds, book discussions, storytelling, and exposure to a variety of literature.
• Introduce students to different genres, authors, and books appropriate for their developmental levels.
• Guide students in selecting, checking out, returning, and caring for library books.
• Maintain an organized, welcoming, and student-friendly library environment.
• Monitor student participation and provide feedback to support reading growth.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to reinforce literacy goals and support the school's academic priorities.
• Coordinate the annual Book Fair with support from the Parent Organization.
• Coordinate and host the Parent Mystery Reader program to encourage family involvement and promote a love of reading.
• Incorporate Catholic values and support the mission and identity of St. Ambrose Catholic School.

Skills

Foundational reading instruction

Literacy development

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration with teachers

Catholic education commitment

Education

Texas teaching certification

Bachelor's or Master's degree in education or related field

Job description

St. Ambrose Catholic School in Houston, TX is seeking a part-time Library Assistant and Reading Teacher for PK3–8th grade. The role combines literacy instruction with library duties, guiding book checkout and fostering a love of reading in a faith-filled environment.

Responsibilities include weekly reading lessons by grade level, managing a welcoming library, Book Fair coordination, and collaboration with teachers to meet literacy goals. Catholic values are integral to the position.