Long-Term Reading Specialist Substitute: Impactful Instruction

Montgomery County Public Schools; Kensington (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a Reading Teacher who will support students in constructing meaning in reading. Under the principal's direction, the teacher provides services to staff and families and uses both informal and standardized measures to diagnose needs and guide instruction.

The role requires a Master’s degree in reading, Advanced Professional Certificate, and Maryland reading specialist certification, with three years of teaching or clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in reading.
• Advanced Professional Certificate and Maryland reading specialist certification.
• Three years teaching or clinical experience; Maryland reading specialist eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Support students in reading, helping them construct meaning using informal and standardized assessments.
• Provide reading instruction and strategies aligned to MCPS goals under school leadership guidance.
• Collaborate with administrators, counselors, teachers, and parents to support reading services.
• Attend required meetings and activities beyond instructional day as mandated.

Skills

Reading instruction

Student assessment

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in reading

Advanced Professional Certificate

Maryland reading specialist certification

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a Reading Teacher who will support students in constructing meaning in reading. Under the principal's direction, the teacher provides services to staff and families and uses both informal and standardized measures to diagnose needs and guide instruction.

The role requires a Master’s degree in reading, Advanced Professional Certificate, and Maryland reading specialist certification, with three years of teaching or clinical experience.