Elementary Literacy Interventionist: Data-Driven Support

Ridge Road Elementary School; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridge Road Elementary School in North Haven, CT seeks a Literacy Interventionist to deliver targeted reading and writing instruction for students below grade-level benchmarks. You will design intensive Tier 2 and 3 interventions, track progress, and collaborate with classroom teachers to align supports with core instruction, using evidence-based 'Science of Reading' practices.

Candidates must hold Connecticut Reading Specialist or Literacy Coach endorsement, plus a master's degree preferred,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education required.
• Valid state teaching certification.
• Minimum of five years of successful elementary teaching experience, preferably in literacy instruction.
• Demonstrated expertise in the science of reading and evidence-based literacy practices.
• Strong knowledge of elementary literacy curriculum, assessment, and instructional strategies.
• Master's degree in Reading, Literacy, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or related field.
• Reading Specialist certification or Literacy Coach endorsement.
• Experience providing instructional coaching or mentoring teachers.
• Experience facilitating professional learning for adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Direct Instruction: Deliver explicit, systematic literacy instruction to individuals and small groups using Science of Reading methodologies.
• Data & Assessment: Administer, analyze, and interpret diagnostic, screening, and progress-monitoring assessments to identify student needs and measure growth.
• Instructional Planning: Maintain data-driven records to modify instructional plans every 2-3 weeks based on student progress.
• Collaboration: Partner with general education teachers to align intervention strategies with core classroom instruction.
• Communication: Provide regular updates with parents/guardians regarding goals, progress, and home strategies.
• Professional Development: Participate in MTSS/Data Team meetings and ongoing literacy professional development.

Skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

MTSS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree in Reading/Literacy or related field

Reading Specialist certification or Literacy Coach endorsement

Job description

Ridge Road Elementary School in North Haven, CT seeks a Literacy Interventionist to deliver targeted reading and writing instruction for students below grade-level benchmarks. You will design intensive Tier 2 and 3 interventions, track progress, and collaborate with classroom teachers to align supports with core instruction, using evidence-based 'Science of Reading' practices.

Candidates must hold Connecticut Reading Specialist or Literacy Coach endorsement, plus a master's degree preferred,