Literacy Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Are you passionate about helping adult learners strengthen the reading and literacy skills they need to succeed in school, work, and life?

ATS Institute of Technology is seeking a Literacy Instructor to provide individualized and classroom-based literacy instruction to students who need additional support in reading comprehension and academic literacy.

This position helps students strengthen the foundational skills needed to achieve their educational and career goals through targeted instruction, individualized support, and a positive learning environment.

Your Role:

You will assess student literacy abilities, identify areas for growth, and develop instruction that meets students at their current skill level.

You will teach literacy courses, create customized learning plans, monitor academic progress, and help students improve comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, critical reading, and confidence as independent learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess incoming students to identify reading, writing, and literacy skill levels and areas for growth.
• Develop and deliver engaging, individualized lessons tailored to adult learners and their academic needs.
• Teach foundational literacy skills, including vocabulary, sentence structure, reading comprehension, fluency, and critical reading.
• Provide individual and small-group support to students requiring additional assistance.
• Integrate digital literacy and appropriate technology tools into instruction.
• Monitor and document student progress, provide meaningful feedback, and adjust instruction based on demonstrated needs.
• Collaborate with faculty and academic support teams to help students strengthen the skills needed to achieve their educational and career goals.

Why Join ATS?

• Meaningful Impact: Help students develop skills that directly support their educational, career, and personal goals.
• Student-Focused Environment: Support adult learners as they build confidence and strengthen foundational academic skills.
• Collaborative Culture: Partner with faculty and academic support professionals committed to student success.
• Professional Growth: Continue developing your expertise in literacy instruction and adult education.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Reading, Literacy, Education, or a closely related field required.
• Experience teaching reading or literacy to adult learners, college students, or students requiring additional academic support.
• Knowledge of literacy assessment, differentiated instruction, and individualized lesson planning.
• Ability to evaluate student progress and modify instructional strategies based on individual needs.
• Strong classroom facilitation, communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, supportive, and student-focused approach with a commitment to helping learners achieve measurable progress.

Benefits

At ATS Institute of Technology, we believe our instructors deserve the same level of dedication and care that they give to their students. We’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your well-being, professional development, and long-term success.

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $62,000 – $65,000. Compensation is subject to change at the sole discretion of the institution, based on institutional needs.

Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage designed to support your well-being so you can continue supporting others.
• 401(k) with Employer Match to help you plan for your future with confidence.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Opportunities to invest in your professional growth and keep your skills at the forefront of nursing education.
• Dedicated Paid Time Off including vacation, personal, and sick days for balance and rejuvenation.
• Paid Holidays to enjoy well-deserved time with loved ones.
• Mission-Driven Work where your expertise directly shapes the next generation of nurses and advances the quality of patient care.