Phonics Instructor - Remote Job

• Develop age-appropriate phonics lessons focused on foundational literacy skills.
  
• Conduct engaging and interactive online classes using tools such as videos, songs and games.
  
• Use real-life examples, stories and visuals to teach letter recognition, sounds, blending and segmenting.
  
• Provide differentiated instruction to meet the varying needs of learners.
  

• Encourage student participation through quizzes, activities and games.
  
• Monitor student progress through assessments and provide individualized feedback.
  
• Address difficulties in letter-sound correspondence, blending and phonemic awareness.
  
• Foster a fun and positive virtual learning environment to enhance motivation.
  

• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student progress.
  
• Provide recommendations for at-home reading activities and practice.
  
• Address parent queries and concerns promptly through email or scheduled meetings.
  

• Maintain accurate records of attendance and performance.
  
• Prepare and share progress reports at regular intervals.
  
• Collaborate with the curriculum team to enhance teaching materials.
  
• Stay updated with current best practices in phonics education.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, English or a related field.
  
• Certification or training in phonics programs such as Jolly Phonics, Orton-Gillingham or Montessori (preferred).
  

• Prior teaching experience with children (preferably 3–8 years old).
  
• Experience with virtual learning tools and online platforms.
  

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to use fun, creative teaching methods to keep children engaged.
  
• Knowledge of child development principles and phonics methodologies.
  
• Patience and enthusiasm for working with young learners.
  

• Strong internet connection, webcam, and microphone for virtual classes.
  
• Familiarity with tools like Zoom, Google Classroom, or MS Teams.
  

Benefits

• Opportunity to be a part of a dynamic growth focused tech startup.
  
• Great learning opportunities to develop new skills and understanding of cutting edge software tools and processes.
  
• Opportunity to work closely with serial tech entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley.
  
• Fun-loving environment and caring team mates and inclusive culture of the company.
  

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