Reading Interventionist

Prelude Prep; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Weekly coaching and professional development

Opportunities for leadership and career growth

Job summary

Prelude Prep in San Antonio is seeking a passionate Reading Interventionist to support students facing reading challenges and help them achieve academic growth. This role involves providing individualized and small-group instruction to students, collaborating with classroom teachers, and communicating progress effectively with families.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of foundational literacy skills and be committed to fostering a love of reading among students. At Prelude Prep, we believe in supporting our teachers for their success and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Experience with reading intervention is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to students needing additional reading instruction.
• Deliver small-group and individualized reading intervention.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support student growth.

Skills

Strong understanding of foundational literacy instruction

Experience teaching beginning readers or struggling readers

Patience and attention to detail

Strong communication and relationship‑building skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Reading Interventionist

Teaching Matters Here

Prelude Prep is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in Pre‑K through 8th grade in San Antonio.

We believe every child can learn to read and that strong literacy skills open doors to future success. We are looking for a Reading Interventionist who is passionate about helping students overcome reading challenges, build confidence, and make meaningful academic growth.

Whether you are an experienced interventionist, classroom teacher, tutor, or literacy specialist, we are looking for someone who understands the importance of foundational reading skills and is committed to helping students succeed.

Why Teachers Choose Prelude Prep

Teachers choose Prelude Prep because they are supported.

• Weekly instructional coaching
• Daily planning time
• Paid summer professional development
• A dedicated half‑day each week for collaboration and professional learning
• High‑quality curriculum and instructional resources
• Leadership support when challenges arise
• Opportunities for growth and leadership

At Prelude Prep, educators are not expected to solve problems alone. We work together to support students, families, and one another.

What You'll Do

As a Reading Interventionist, you will provide targeted support to students who need additional reading instruction. You will work closely with classroom teachers and families to help students build foundational literacy skills and close learning gaps.

• Deliver small‑group and individualized reading intervention
• Provide systematic instruction in foundational literacy skills, including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension
• Monitor student progress and use data to adjust instruction
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support student growth
• Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress
• Maintain accurate records of student intervention services and progress monitoring
• Participate actively in coaching, planning, and professional development
• Contribute positively to the culture and mission of the school

What We're Looking For

• A belief that every student can learn to read
• Strong understanding of foundational literacy instruction
• Experience teaching beginning readers or struggling readers
• Patience, persistence, and attention to detail
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• A growth mindset and willingness to receive feedback
• Professionalism, reliability, and initiative
• A passion for helping students achieve more than they thought possible

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Eligibility to work in the United States

Preferred

• Experience teaching reading, literacy intervention, tutoring, or elementary education
• Experience working with struggling readers
• Knowledge of foundational literacy instruction and the science of reading
• Experience using student data to drive instruction
• Dyslexia training or certification is a plus but not required

We recognize that great educators come from many different backgrounds. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every preferred qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

Prelude Prep is committed to developing expertise. Dyslexia training and ongoing support will be provided for the right candidate.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $55,000–$65,000
• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Optional supplemental insurance benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Optional 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Weekly coaching and professional development
• Opportunities for leadership and career growth

We Value Initiative

Interested candidates should apply online and are encouraged to follow up with our team.

We appreciate educators who take ownership, advocate for students, and demonstrate genuine interest in becoming part of the Prelude Prep community.

If you're looking for a school where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible, we'd love to hear from you.

Prelude Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law in its educational programs, services, activities, or employment practices.