Reading Interventionist

University of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The University of Denver seeks a part-time interventionist to support a federally funded reading and behavioral study for 2nd and 3rd graders in a school setting in Denver, CO. This non-benefited role offers roughly 20 hours per week during school hours, with some travel between school sites and mileage reimbursement at the federal rate.

Responsibilities include delivering structured literacy and behavior support, maintaining logs, and coordinating with teachers and the research team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education, psychology, or related field.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students, especially with reading support or behavioral interventions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver small-group and individual reading and behavioral interventions to 2nd and 3rd graders according to study curriculum.
• Maintain accurate session logs, attendance, and progress data for all students.
• Administer standardized assessments and progress monitoring per protocols and timelines.
• Complete fidelity checklists and self-monitoring documentation for each session.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Behavior management

Rapport with children

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, special education, psychology, or related field

Job description

Job No: 498937

Work Type: Staff Part-Time

Location: Denver, CO

Categories: Business Operations / Services, Admin / Executive / Office Support, Research

Position Summary

This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.

The Teaching and Learning Sciences Department at Morgridge College of Education utilizes an integrated approach of theory and practice to be a force for positive change in the educational lives of individuals, organizations, and communities. Professionals promote learning in diverse settings, through partnerships with others, and by engaging in high-quality research within our respective fields

This part-time position supports a federally funded research study by delivering targeted reading and behavioral support to second- and third-grade students in a small group setting. The role calls for approximately 20 hours per week during normal school hours, with occasional travel between school sites depending on assignment. Mileage to and from school sites is reimbursed at the federal government standard mileage rate.

Reliability, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in helping young learners grow are essential to success in this role.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking hands-on experience with working directly with elementary-age students, delivering structured reading and behavioral interventions, and contributing to meaningful, data-driven educational research.

This position is funded by a grant through 08/31/2029, and there is no guarantee of a position after that date. This position is contingent upon those grant funds being appropriated.

The interventionist will report directly to the research project coordinator and principal investigator and will receive ongoing mentorship and supervision throughout the duration of the project. Regular one-on-one meetings will be scheduled to support professional development.

Essential Functions

• Deliver small-group and individual reading and behavioral interventions to students in grades 2 and 3 in strict accordance with the study's prescribed curriculum, scripts, and pacing guides.
• Implement intervention sessions with high fidelity, following all specified procedures and sequencing as outlined in the research protocol.
• Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely session logs, attendance records, and progress-monitoring data for every student served.
• Administer standardized assessments and progress-monitoring measures according to specified protocols and timelines, ensuring accurate scoring and data entry.
• Complete fidelity checklists and self-monitoring documentation for each session to support ongoing fidelity-of-implementation tracking required by the study.
• Participate in regular fidelity observations, coaching sessions, and booster trainings, and implement feedback to maintain adherence to the intervention model.
• Collect, organize, and submit all required data (attendance, assessment, behavioral) to the research team by established deadlines, following data security and confidentiality protocols.
• Communicate and coordinate with classroom teachers, school staff, and the research team regarding student scheduling and progress.
• Monitor and document student behavior using specified behavioral tracking tools, implementing behavior support strategies consistent with the intervention design.
• Safeguard the integrity of the study by maintaining strict confidentiality of student data, adhering to IRB requirements, and reporting any protocol deviations or data concerns promptly to the principal investigator or project coordinator.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of structured, evidence-based reading instruction and behavioral intervention strategies, with the ability to implement a prescribed curriculum with fidelity
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain accurate session logs, progress-monitoring data, and fidelity documentation
• Ability to build rapport and manage behavior effectively with young students individually and in small groups, while maintaining focus and consistency across sessions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, special education, psychology, speech-language pathology, or a related field
• Experience working with elementary-aged students, particularly those with or at risk for reading difficulties or learning disabilities
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain detailed records

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or graduate coursework in special education, reading/literacy, educational psychology, or a related field
• Experience delivering structured literacy or reading intervention, such as in a tutoring, coaching, interventionist, or paraprofessional capacity

Work Schedule

The role calls for approximately 20 hours per week during normal school hours, with occasional travel between school sites depending on assignment.

Hourly Range

The hourly range for the position is $20.00-$25.00.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Application Deadline

For consideration, please submit your application materials by 12:00 p.m. (MST) August 7, 2026.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Please include the following documents with your application:

• Resume including your relevant previous experiences (educational, professional, volunteer, etc.)
• Cover Letter explaining to us why those experiences prepare you for this job. Please make sure you tailor both documents to this specific position.

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, and local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights (POWR) Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination-Statement.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history and National Sex Offender Registry background check.