Elevate Program – Reading Enrichment Instructor Grace Klein Community

Now Hiring

Position Type:
Part-Time, Seasonal
Dates:
March – July 30, 2026

Location:

Liberty Church Birmingham – 2732 Old Rocky Ridge Rd, Hoover, AL 35216

Our most important function is as a ministry. People come first. No matter the task at hand, we do everything in our power to make a place for everyone. We stop and listen, we pray, we encourage gifts, skills, and purpose. We foster relationships with people where they are, whether in abundance or in crisis. Our vision reflects the basics of the early church: “We all have a need, we all have something to give.

If we all share what we have, we all have what we need.”

• March–May 24: 2–3 hours per week (planning & program development)
• May 25–July 31: 2 hours per day, Monday–Thursday

The Reading Enrichment Instructor leads the reading and literacy experience for high school students participating in the Elevate Summer Internship Program. The role is for an educator who loves helping students connect with reading, communication, and critical thinking in creative and interactive ways.

The instructor will design an enrichment-style reading experience which moves beyond traditional classroom instruction and helps students grow through discussion, storytelling, media, writing, and real-world application.

March–May (Pre-Program Planning, 2–3 hours per week)

• Develop engaging reading and literacy enrichment curriculum for the summer program.
• Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to align academic goals with Elevate’s vision.
• Assist in securing program sponsor ships, including meals, field trips, volunteer support, and financial partners.
• Assist with planning literacy-related activities, discussions, projects, and field experiences.
• Prepare lesson materials and creative learning tools.

May 25–July 31 (Program Implementation, 2 hours per day, M–Th)

• Lead daily reading enrichment sessions for high school students.
• Facilitate interactive reading, discussion, writing, and critical thinking activities.
• Create a learning environment which feels engaging and unlike a traditional classroom.
• Adapt lessons to student needs and interests.
• Encourage participation, expression, and collaboration.
• Administer and ensure pre and post assessments are completed within the deadline.
• Work alongside volunteers and staff to ensure smooth program flow.
• Work alongside and support the Math Enrichment Instructor.
• Track student engagement and growth throughout the program.

• Certified teacher preferred but not required.
• Independent tutors with a passion for education are encouraged to apply.
• Teaching fellows or college seniors in education-related fields are welcome.
• Experience working with high school students.
• Strong ability to make reading and literacy engaging and interactive.
• Organized, creative, and flexible in approach.
• Background Check required.

• Loves working with teenagers.
• Enjoys making reading relevant and meaningful.
• Thinks outside the box.
• Builds strong relationships with students.
• Excited to help shape a unique summer program.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position to Natalie King at na Please include “Elevate Program – Reading Enrichment Instructor – Job Application” in the subject line of your email.