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Literacy & Math Initiative -- HISD Career Opportunity

Join Our Team!

Hondo ISD is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and support the Save the Children Literacy and Math Initiative. These positions provide opportunities to make a difference for students, strengthen family engagement, and help build brighter futures—one reader and learner at a time.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply using the Hondo ISD Save the Children Employment Application Google Form. 

Hondo ISD is committed to Every Student, Every Classroom, Every Day. Join our team and help make a difference for our students and families!

Program Coordinator

The Program Coordinator will lead and coordinate the Save the Children literacy initiative to help students grow as readers, empower families, and support student success.

Qualifications and Experience

  • A bachelor's degree in education or a related field is preferred.

  • A valid Texas teaching certificate is preferred.

  • A minimum of three years of teaching or literacy program experience is preferred.

  • Knowledge of literacy and math, including early literacy, numeracy, and intervention strategies.

  • Ability to analyze student data and adjust instruction.

  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects and timelines.

  • Knowledge of family engagement best practices.

Major Responsibilities

  • Program Management: Plan, coordinate, and implement all components of the initiative; develop schedules, literacy and math plans, and program structures; ensure tutors have the necessary resources and materials; and monitor program fidelity and effectiveness.

  • Instructional Support: Support literacy intervention, coach and support tutors, and create lessons aligned with evidence-based literacy practices.

  • Data Collection and Program Evaluation: Develop and maintain systems for tracking student progress and outcomes, analyze assessment data, and prepare reports for district leadership and grant requirements.

  • Family and Community Engagement: Plan family engagement activities and literacy events, provide resources and training to support literacy at home, and build community partnerships.

  • Compliance and Grant Management: Ensure compliance with Save the Children requirements, maintain accurate records and documentation, and assist with monitoring and reporting.

  • Communication and Collaboration: Serve as a liaison among staff, district leadership, and Save the Children partners; coordinate meetings, training, and program communications; and collaborate with instructional staff to align literacy and math efforts with district goals.

  • Supervision: Supervise Save the Children math and literacy tutors and provide training, support, and performance feedback.

Working Conditions: The position may require occasional evening and weekend work for family engagement events and frequent interaction with students, staff, and families.

Math Tutor

The Math Tutor will provide supplemental math instruction and structured numeracy activities to help students strengthen foundational math skills and make academic progress.

Qualifications and Experience

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.

  • An associate's degree or college coursework is preferred.

  • Teaching certification is preferred but not required.

  • Knowledge of foundational math, including number sense, counting, and operations.

  • Ability to work with small groups of students.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to follow structured lesson plans and routines and maintain accurate records.

  • Experience working with children in educational or community settings is preferred.

  • Experience in tutoring, mentoring, or literacy programs is preferred.

Major Responsibilities

  • Instructional Support: Provide small-group and one-on-one math instruction and implement structured numeracy activities.

  • Student Engagement and Learning Environment: Create a positive, engaging environment, build relationships, and facilitate math-rich activities.

  • Data Collection and Progress Monitoring: Track attendance, assist with beginning-, middle-, and end-of-year assessments (BOY/MOY/EOY), maintain records, and provide feedback on student growth.

  • Family and Community Engagement: Support family math activities, encourage at-home practice, and communicate with families as directed.

  • Program Support and Compliance: Follow program guidelines, maintain materials, participate in training, and adhere to district policies.

  • Student Safety and Safeguarding: Ensure a safe, inclusive environment and follow all child protection and safeguarding policies.

  • Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate with staff, attend meetings, and communicate student needs and progress effectively.

Literacy Tutor

The Literacy Tutor will provide supplemental literacy instruction and structured literacy activities to help students develop foundational reading skills and become stronger readers.

Qualifications and Experience

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.

  • An associate's degree or college coursework is preferred.

  • Teaching certification is preferred but not required.

  • Knowledge of foundational literacy, including phonics, fluency, and comprehension.

  • Ability to work with small groups of students.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to follow structured lesson plans and routines and maintain accurate records.

  • Experience working with children in educational or community settings is preferred.

  • Experience in tutoring, mentoring, or literacy programs is preferred.

Major Responsibilities

  • Instructional Support: Provide small-group and one-on-one literacy instruction and implement structured literacy activities.

  • Student Engagement and Learning Environment: Create a positive, engaging environment, build relationships, and facilitate literacy-rich activities.

  • Data Collection and Progress Monitoring: Track attendance, assist with beginning-, middle-, and end-of-year assessments (BOY/MOY/EOY), maintain records, and provide feedback on student growth.

  • Family and Community Engagement: Support family literacy activities, encourage at-home reading, and communicate with families as directed.

  • Program Support and Compliance: Follow program guidelines, maintain materials, participate in training, and adhere to district policies.

  • Student Safety and Safeguarding: Ensure a safe, inclusive environment and follow all child protection and safeguarding policies.

  • Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate with staff, attend meetings, and communicate student needs and progress effectively.