Reading Interventionist

York-County-Library-System; York (York County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development days

Small-group literacy work environment

Job summary

The Reading Interventionist position with the School District of the City of York involves working with K–8 students in small groups to boost literacy skills. This role emphasizes teamwork, respectful interaction with staff and families, and the use of data to monitor student progress.

The schedule runs Monday through Friday, about 6 hours per day, with six early dismissal days and five professional development days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, or enrolled in a teacher education program, or two years of post-secondary study.
• PA teaching certification preferred.
• Knowledge of literacy concepts and best practices.
• Must obtain PA clearances and Mandated Reporter Training.

Responsibilities

• Lead small-group literacy instruction for K–8 students.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain attendance and progress data using screening tools.
• Collaborate weekly with teachers on unit topics and content.
• Maintain professional communication with teachers and staff.
• Support PBIS and school expectations within classroom activities.

Skills

Team player

Professional communication

PBIS understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Enrolled in a teacher education program

Two years of post‑secondary study

Tools

IXL

Acadience

Job description

Description

Pay Rate: $26.00/hour I Hours: 29.5 hours per week I Supervisor: Director of Educational Services I Location: York City School District I Classification: Part‑Time/Contingent/non‑exempt I Schedule: Monday through Friday except for parent‑teacher conference days and 6 designated early dismissal days; approximately 6 hours per workday. Also includes 5 designated days of professional development.

For the 2026-2027 school year, the program runs from August 2026, through the end of May 2027. (Not to exceed 174 days of instruction).

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Reading Interventionist works with kindergarten through eighth grade students in small groups to improve skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students are selected to work with literacy interventionist because they are below grade level in literacy.

Candidate must enjoy being a team player and providing excellent care and service to a diverse population. The candidate should have the ability to interact with staff, families and students in a manner that demonstrates respect and dignity, and the ability to solve problems in a professional manner.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in education OR enrolled in a teacher education undergraduate program OR two years of full‑time post‑secondary study
• Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification (preferred)
• Knowledge or experience in best practice literacy concepts
• Candidate must have current (within 1 year) PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal History Clearance, FBI Fingerprint Clearance, Act 168 Clearance (if applicable), and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Actively supervise children at all times/maintain ratio at all times when possible
• Understand and be able to implement school expectations and PBIS programming
• Participate in events that promote the partnership between Contractor and the School District of the City of York
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Curriculum and Instruction and Contractor

KNOWLEDGE, GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

• Have knowledge of educational components or willingness to learn and implement best practices in literacy instruction
• Actively participate in data cycles with MTSS Specialist
• Actively participate in professional development in best practices in literacy

CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION & ASSESSMENT

• Collaborate weekly with teachers on unit topics and current, grade level eligible content
• Instruct small group literacy lessons with students
• Collect, analyze, and maintain accurate records of student attendance and progress using screening (IXL, Acadience, etc.) and formative assessments

COMMUNICATION & BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT

• Communicate professionally and respectfully with teachers and staff
• Communicate instructional concerns and child concerns with the teacher who will contact supervisors/coaches if needed
• Complete Behavior Tracking Forms on students as needed
• Keep accurate records for all student contacts
• Provide support for the emotional needs of students in a manner that demonstrates cultural relevance, respect, and dignity