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Work with the Network
Vermont Literacy Network is actively seeking concept experts with a passion for literacy to host workshops for students, professionals, and community members across Vermont! Whether your expertise lies in the arts, sciences, literacy, or another field, we encourage you to bring your knowledge and enthusiasm to the VLN community. Be part of something great as we work together to create a literacy-rich Vermont!
About the Role
As a workshop leader with the Vermont Literacy Network, you’ll get the chance to share what you know and love in a literacy-rich way all over the state. We're looking for experts in all kinds of areas—like the arts, sciences, literacy, and more—who are excited about teaching and inspiring others!
Requirements
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Experience teaching or leading groups of students and adults
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In-depth knowledge of your subject area and the ability to convey it effectively to a broad audience
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A passion for education and a commitment to fostering literacy in Vermont
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Teaching license preferred
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Bachelor's degree in education or related field preferred
To lead a professional program, you are required to have a minimum of a master's degree in education or a related field. You must be an expert in the concept you are instructing.
Join the Team
Vermont Literacy Network is seeking a passionate and experienced Literacy Program Facilitator to develop and implement engaging classes, clubs, and workshops for infants and toddlers, preschoolers, elementary, and/or middle school students. This role will focus on creating effective educational experiences that promote literacy skills and foster a love for reading and writing. The ideal candidate will have a genuine commitment to empowering young learners, strong foundational knowledge of literacy development, and the ability to collaborate with families and colleagues to enhance student engagement and progress.
Propose a Program
We cannot wait to here what your ideas are for new classes, clubs, or interactive events! Explore these suggestions and see how your unique skills and passions could contribute to our mission! Please note that these are merely ideas. We love to see creative entries for programs and facilitators!
Future Program Ideas
Student
Yoga class to promote relaxation and mindfulness while featuring a peaceful read aloud
Historical role-play activities to bring historical events to life in an engaging way
Animation workshops for creating simple stories through motion and visuals
Cookbook writing workshop to enhance understanding and appreciation of family recipes
Professional
Workshop on effective handwriting instruction techniques for improving legibility and motor skills
Workshop on using interactive read-alouds to enhance comprehension and critical thinking skills
Workshop on implementing differentiated reading groups to address varied skill levels and learning needs
Workshop on developing classroom libraries with diverse and inclusive texts to foster a love of reading in all students
Community
Multilingual story time featuring stories read in multiple languages to celebrate cultural diversity
Cultural literacy celebrations exploring diverse books and cultural activities
Family Poetry Slam where families write and perform original poems, fostering creativity and public speaking skills
Family drama night where families participate in acting out scenes from popular children’s books or stories
