Part-Time Library & Reading Teacher - Inspire Young Readers

Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 20 000 - 32 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

St. Ambrose Catholic School in Houston, TX seeks a part-time Library Assistant and Reading Teacher for PK3–8th grade. You will blend literacy instruction with library activities to foster a love of reading and reinforce foundational reading skills in a faith-filled setting.

You will teach one reading lesson per grade level weekly and guide students in selecting and checking out library books, while coordinating school-wide literacy events with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Current Texas teacher certification
• 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

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Foundational reading instruction

Literacy development

Student engagement

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Spanish or related teaching field

Description du poste

St. Ambrose Catholic School in Houston, TX seeks a part-time Library Assistant and Reading Teacher for PK3–8th grade. You will blend literacy instruction with library activities to foster a love of reading and reinforce foundational reading skills in a faith-filled setting.

You will teach one reading lesson per grade level weekly and guide students in selecting and checking out library books, while coordinating school-wide literacy events with staff and parents.