Primary Learning Specialist/Reading Specialist

Southwest-Licking-Local-School-District; Pataskala (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Licking Local School District seeks a Primary Learning Specialist/Reading Specialist to deliver targeted literacy instruction to K–3 students. The role emphasizes systematic, evidence-based reading support aligned with district literacy programs.

Working at Etna and Kirkersville Elementary, you will evaluate learners, provide diagnostic testing, and collaborate with teachers to improve student reading outcomes under the negotiated salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid elementary or reading certificate from the State of Ohio.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students referred for reading improvement based on district criteria.
• Provide diagnostic testing and targeted reading support to classroom teachers.
• Help students develop positive self-image and reading enjoyment.
• Teach students at remedial and developmental levels in reading.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt instruction to students' learning styles.
• Assist teachers in locating appropriate reading materials and methods.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal.
• Evaluation follows the negotiated agreement standards.

Skills

Reading specialist

Literacy instruction

Assessment

Collaboration

Evidence-based practices

Education

Bachelor's degree

State of Ohio reading certificate

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Southwest Licking Local School District

Primary Learning Specialist/Reading Specialist JobID: 748

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3
• Date Posted: 9/21/2026
• Date Available: ASAP

At Southwest Licking Schools,we believe in the power of positive relationships, and we are committed to fostering a thriving environment for our staff, students, and the entire community. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our unwavering focus on academics, athletics, and the arts. If you are a passionate educator who values positive relationships and believes in the importance of academics, athletics, and the arts, we encourage you to apply for this position to become apart of our Southwest Licking Schoolsfamily.

The Primary Literacy Specialist / K�3 Reading Specialist Teacher provides targeted literacy instruction and intervention to students in kindergarten through third grade. The specialist works collaboratively with classroom teachers, intervention teams, administrators, and families to strengthen students' foundational reading skills and ensure students receive timely, evidence-based support.

The primary focus of the position is supporting students who are not yet meeting grade-level reading expectations through explicit, systematic instruction aligned with the science of reading and the district's core literacy program.

Position: Primary Learning Specialist/Reading Specialist (potential vacancy)

Job Objective: Plans, implements and assesses student learning experience

Supervisor: Assigned Administrator/Supervisor

Location: Etna Elementary and Kirkersville Elementary

Salary: Based on the negotiated agreement

Qualifications:

1. A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

2. Valid elementary or reading certificate from the State of Ohio.

3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

Performance Responsibilities:

A. Evaluate according to the program narrative those children referred by the classroom teacher and/or principal for possible inclusion in a reading improvement program.

B. Provide individual diagnostic testing and assistance to the classroom teacher upon request.

C. Help students develop a positive self-image, skill in reading and studying, and an enjoyment of reading.

D. Teach students at the remedial and developmental level.

E. Work with teachers to show them how to adapt teaching techniques to students' learning style.

F. Work with teachers to help them teach the reading skills.

G. Assist teachers in locating materials and methods that are appropriate to the students' reading level.

H. Perform such other duties and assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Building Principal.

Evaluation: Performance of these responsibilities will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions outlined in the Negotiated Agreement.

Postings current as of 9/22/2026 9:03:25 AM CST.

Internal applicants only. An internal candidate is defined as a current full-time or part-time employee of Southwest Licking Local Schools. NOTE: Substitutes are not internal candidates.