Literacy Instructor
$72,800–$72,800 year
On-siteRockford, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Lead interactive read-alouds, literacy activities, and discussions to help children discover the joy of reading and build confidence. Adapt instruction to meet diverse learning styles and individual needs while planning engaging lessons with books and hands-on experiences. Foster positive relationships with participants, parents, and school staff by providing encouragement, consistency, and a safe learning environment. Partner with families to share reading strategies and collaborate with educators to ensure programming is evidence-based and consistent across sites. Track student progress by documenting attendance, reading outcomes, and grant metrics. Work 3 instructional hours and 1 hour of preparation weekly, potentially traveling between sites in RPS 205 and Harlem 122 districts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Early Childhood, Elementary Literacy, or related field
- Minimum of 2 years experience delivering literacy instruction to children (ages 0-8)
- Ability and willingness to work a regular schedule that includes evening hours
- Genuine desire and ability to work with school-aged youth
- Familiarity with interactive read-aloud techniques, guided reading, and literacy assessment tools
- Strong organizational skills and ability to differentiate instruction
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both children and their caregivers
- Commitment to YMCA values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
- CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications required within 90 days
- Current Praesidium Academy trainings
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