Middle School Literacy Specialist: Small-Group Instruction

DSST Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Benefits package

Job summary

DSST Public Schools seeks a Middle School Literacy Interventionist to deliver targeted reading instruction to small groups using the Really Great Reading curriculum. You will track progress, collaborate with teachers, and support students in building foundational literacy skills.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, inclusive instruction, and ongoing professional growth in a supportive, in-person setting at Cedar Middle School in Denver.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• Commitment to equitable, inclusive instruction.
• Experience addressing foundational reading skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted literacy instruction to 3–4 small groups daily (6–10 students per group).
• Use the Really Great Reading curriculum to develop decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
• Assess progress with diagnostic tools and monitor growth over time.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to align Tier 1 literacy strategies.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment and track student outcomes.

Skills

Literacy intervention

Phonics instruction

Fluency development

Diagnostic assessments

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Colorado teaching credential

Tools

Really Great Reading

Job description

DSST Public Schools seeks a Middle School Literacy Interventionist to deliver targeted reading instruction to small groups using the Really Great Reading curriculum. You will track progress, collaborate with teachers, and support students in building foundational literacy skills.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, inclusive instruction, and ongoing professional growth in a supportive, in-person setting at Cedar Middle School in Denver.