Reading Interventionist

St. Malachy; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Malachy in Philadelphia, part of Independence Mission Schools, seeks a Reading Interventionist to provide targeted literacy instruction to students reading below grade level.

The role collaborates with teachers, specialists, and leadership to design and monitor individualized or small-group intervention plans and track progress to close achievement gaps. The interventionist supports schoolwide literacy by sharing strategies with staff and leading data-informed instruction and professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5–7 years of experience as educator in elementary/middle school (K-8 preferred).
• Experience working with small groups or individualized instruction planning.

Responsibilities

• Dedicate approximately 75% of the workday to targeted reading intervention.
• Implement research-based reading strategies aligned to student needs.
• Use assessment data to differentiate instruction and monitor progress.
• Coordinate MAP and TerraNova assessments and testing schedules.
• Lead data reports and collaborate with teachers and staff on literacy instruction.

Skills

Experience in elementary/middle school

Reading intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Reading Interventionist

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: To Be Determined

St. Malachy, an Independence Mission School, is seeking candidates for a Reading Interventionalist position.

The Reading Interventionist provides targeted, research-based literacy instruction to students who are reading below grade level. Working closely with classroom teachers, specialists, and school leadership, the interventionist assesses student reading abilities, designs individualized or small-group intervention plans, and monitors progress to ensure academic growth. This role is critical in supporting early literacy development, closing reading achievement gaps, and helping all students build the foundational skills necessary for long-term academic success. The Reading Interventionist also serves as a resource for staff, offering strategies and support to strengthen literacy instruction schoolwide.

Essential Responsibilities

• Dedicate approximately 75% of the workday to providing targeted, small-group and individualized reading intervention to students based on identified instructional needs.


• Implement research-based reading strategies aligned to student needs.


• Use assessment data to identify needs and differentiate instruction.


• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate intervention records.


• Develop and adjust intervention plans based on student data.


• Collaborate with teachers to align intervention and core literacy instruction.


• Provide teachers with strategies to support students' reading development.


• Lead Student Support Team meetings and prepare comprehensive student data reports to support data analysis, informed decision-making, and targeted student interventions.


• Communicate student progress and intervention needs with teachers, administrators, and families.


• Coordinate the administration of MAP and TerraNova assessments, including the development and management of testing schedules to ensure efficient and effective implementation.


• Maintain a positive learning environment that builds student confidence and achievement.


• Support in the creation facilitation of monthly school based professional development sessions.


• Participate in professional development and stay current with research-based literacy practices.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of Tier 1 and Tier 2 instruction in reading.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (Required)


• 5-7 years of experience as educator in an elementary and or/middle school setting (K-8 Preferred).


• Experience working with small groups or individualized instruction planning.

EOE: IMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrates staff diversity. We strive to be and build a diverse team that is representative of our students and the communities in which we serve. If you identify as an individual of color, we highly encourage you to apply!

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $45,922 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Natalie Roche


• 1012 W Thompson St


• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]