Middle School Reading Intervention Specialist 2026-2027

Young World Physical Education; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,675 - 55,825; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid state retirement

State-mandated life insurance

Partial health insurance

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a Middle School Reading Intervention Specialist to address literacy needs through targeted instruction. This full-time position is based in Lynchburg, Virginia, with a competitive annual salary of $50,750.

Responsibilities include collaborating with teachers, developing student reading plans, and employing evidence-based practices to enhance student literacy skills. A valid Virginia teaching license with Reading Specialist endorsement is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Reading Specialist K-12, Special Education K-12, or Secondary Education.
• Reading Specialist certification and structured literacy training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Address literacy needs of students not met through regular instruction.
• Provide direct, explicit instruction in small groups.
• Collaborate with instructional staff for effective reading strategies.

Skills

Knowledge of CCPS curriculum

Effective instructional practices

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work with parents and community

Education

Valid Virginia teaching license

Endorsement in Reading Specialist K-12

Reading Specialist certification preferred

Job description

Middle School Reading Intervention Specialist 2026-2027

Campbell County School Dist Brookville Middle School - Lynchburg, VA

Job Details

Job ID: 5746036

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

General Definition of Work

Address the specific literacy needs of students when regular classroom instruction is not sufficient. Help students develop proficient literacy skills that will contribute to their overall academic growth by providing direct, explicit, systematic instruction in a small group setting.

Essential Functions / Typical Tasks

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Work extensively with students to help them improve specific reading skills such as letter-naming, initial sounds, phoneme segmentation, and comprehension strategies.
• Use knowledge and experience of evidence based practices in reading instruction aligned to the science of reading in order to implement county selected curriculum/resources appropriate for designing interventions and lesson plans for students with significant reading difficulties.
• Will use division progress-monitoring instruments to measure learning growth and consult frequently with classroom teachers on matters relating to reading instruction.
• Maintain individual student reading plans to evaluate student progress.
• Collaborate with secondary education division instructional staff to plan and coordinate reading instruction.
• Assist in the evaluation of ongoing programs and make recommendations for change.
• Assist teachers and other administrators and/or supervisors in implementing the school intervention reading program.
• Help teachers diagnose reading strengths and weaknesses and match these skills with appropriate techniques and materials.
• Keep the parents informed as to the purposes and progress of the reading program and promote an interest in reading with students, parents and community members.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of CCPS curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, CCPS policies and effective instructional practices; thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process; ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education; ability to infuse technology into curriculum; ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school based staff, students, parents and community; excellent oral and written communication and human relations.

Education and Experience

Must have a valid Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Reading Specialist K-12, Special Education K-12, or Secondary Education. Reading Specialist certification and structured literacy based instructional methods training such as OG, Wilson, or LETRS preferred.

TEN MONTHS (200 DAYS), INCLUDING IN PART PAID STATE RETIREMENT & STATE MANDATED LIFE INSURANCE & IN PART FOR HEALTH INSURANCE

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$50,750 Per Year