Adolescent Literacy Program Instructor

Responsibilities:

Teach literacy skills to English Language Learners in 6^th, 7^th and 8^th grades at an after school program operating three days a week, five hours a week during after-school hours. Develop individual education plans for each student, develop lesson plans, provide instruction, evaluate participant progress, track relevant data, communicate with parents, supervise assistant instructors and volunteer tutors, attend mandatory professional development trainings and meet regularly with supervisor and other staff members to share best practices and address challenges.

Qualifications:

• Must be a literacy coach with a Master’s degree in reading or a certified teacher.

• Must have at least three years experience providing literacy instruction to English Language Learners.

• Must have experience working with middle school students. Familiarity with LAS Links test is desirable.

• Must be committed to providing services in a manner that is sensitive to the diverse cultures and backgrounds of participants.