Under direct supervision of a certified staff member, assists certified instructional staff and Literacy First Director with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives. Assist certified campus professional employees from non-professional duties to enable them to contribute to other aspects of the educational program. Provide targeted, data-driven literacy intervention to students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade through one-on-one tutoring aligned to the Literacy First program. Supports student growth in foundational reading skills by delivering structured instruction, monitoring progress, and maintaining accurate data. Collaborate with campus staff to ensure effective program implementation and positive student engagement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Provide one-on-one and small group literacy tutoring to assigned K2 students using the Literacy First curriculum
Deliver structured, explicit instruction to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, and other foundational skills aligned to campus instructional goals
Assist professional staff in implementing instructional activities, administering assessments, and reinforcing learning objectives based on individual student needs
Assist students with physical, social, or cognitive needs to support participation in instructional and school-related activities
Administer student assessments and conduct progress monitoring to track student performance/growth
Maintain accurate and organized documentation of instructional materials and student progress
Collect, record, and enter student data into database(s), as appropriate
Monitor student progress and adjust instructional support in alignment with program expectations
Assist in classroom preparation, including organizing materials and supporting instructional delivery to reinforce targeted skills
Support classroom management by promoting appropriate student behavior, maintaining a safe and orderly learning environment, and ensuring students remain engaged and on task
Assist with supervision of students in instructional and non-instructional settings, including lunch, arrival/dismissal, hallways, and other assigned areas
Accompany and supervise students during field trips and other school activities as assigned
Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations, including those related to supporting students with special needs
Attend and participate in campus data meetings and collaborate with teachers, Literacy First staff, and campus personnel to communicate student progress and support instructional planning
Assist with record-keeping procedures and preparation of instructional materials, including copying, organizing, and distributing resources
Support communication with families to promote student success and engagement
Attend required pre-service training and ongoing professional development for the Literacy First program
Maintain confidentiality of student records and information in accordance with district policies
Safety
Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures
Corrects unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Personal Work Relationships
All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals
Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic
Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer
Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations
Other Duties as Assigned
Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where team effort is required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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Knowledge of developmentally appropriate skills for elementary-aged students across social, emotional, cognitive, and communication domains
Knowledge of foundational literacy development, including phonics, fluency, reading readiness, and writing readiness
Skill in building positive, supportive relationships with students to promote engagement, motivation, and learning
Skill in interpersonal communication, including tact, patience, and professionalism when working with students, staff, and families
Skill in organization and record-keeping and maintaining accurate documentation
Skill in basic data entry and instructional technology, including spreadsheets, databases, and word processing tools
Ability to support instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, and other foundational skill areas
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and implement structured instructional programs
Ability to monitor student progress and respond to instructional needs with instructional staff
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, staff, and supervisors
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of students, staff, and families
Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships
Ability to build supportive and compassionate relationships with diverse student populations
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet program and campus expectations
Ability to report information accurately to supervisors as required
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information in accordance with district policies
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required
Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, crouching, crawling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; frequent use of hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel with hands and arms; frequent walking and climbing stairs
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may require frequent heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non-ambulatory students, and lift/move adaptive equipment
Exerting: Frequently 10-25 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally 20-50 pounds
Environment: Works in an office setting; frequent talking and listening; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours
Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position
Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education: Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency required
Experience: One year of experience working with children
Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred in some settings
This is a grant-funded position and is contingent on availability of funds.
This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.