Reading Intervention Specialist | Data-Driven Literacy

Jobtailor; Rowley (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a dedicated Reading Specialist to provide direct reading instruction and targeted interventions in Massachusetts schools. You will assess literacy levels, analyze progress data, and tailor instruction to middle and high school students with diverse learning needs.

The role requires a Master’s in Reading/Literacy or related field and a valid MA Reading Specialist license or eligibility, with experience in evidence-based interventions and IEP collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in reading, literacy or special education required.
• Valid Massachusetts Reading Specialist License or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience with middle/high school students and evidence-based literacy interventions.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and MA Special Education Regulations.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Structured Literacy training preferred (e.g., Wilson, Orton-Gillingham, Fundations).
• Experience supporting students with learning disabilities and dyslexia.
• Experience with IEP development software (Aspen, Frontline/ESPED).
• Computer literacy in Windows, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct reading instruction and intervention services aligned with IEPs.
• Conduct literacy assessments and analyze performance data to identify needs.
• Differentiate instruction and adapt curricula for diverse learners.
• Use progress-monitoring tools to inform instruction and adjust interventions.
• Develop and implement individualized and small-group intervention plans.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records of outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate literacy strategies across the curriculum.
• Contribute to IEPs and participate in meetings with families and teams.
• Support reading comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, decoding, and writing skills.

Skills

Direct Reading Instruction

Literacy Assessment

Intervention Plans

Progress Monitoring

Differentiated Instruction

Structured Literacy

IEP Development

Data Analysis

Reading Comprehension

Fluency & Decoding

Education

Master's Degree in Reading, Literacy Education, Special Education

Tools

Aspen

Frontline/ESPED

IEP Development Software

Windows

Word

Excel

Job description

Jobtailor seeks a dedicated Reading Specialist to provide direct reading instruction and targeted interventions in Massachusetts schools. You will assess literacy levels, analyze progress data, and tailor instruction to middle and high school students with diverse learning needs.

The role requires a Master’s in Reading/Literacy or related field and a valid MA Reading Specialist license or eligibility, with experience in evidence-based interventions and IEP collaboration.