Literacy Workshop Instructor (PK - 12)

Literacy Workshop Instructor (PK - 12) JobID: 1369 Position Type: PROFESSIONAL/TEACHER Date Posted: 7/9/2026 Location: CONNALLY ISD CAMPUS Date Available: 2026-2027 Additional Information: Show/Hide 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 ROLE AND PURPOSE: Provide developmentally appropriate literacy enrichment instruction for prekindergarten and kindergarten students during Cadet Enrichment Hour. The PK�2 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: Education/Certification: - 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, EC�6, 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 confidentialit…