Reading Specialist

Young World Physical Education; Northbridge (MA); On-site; USD 56,177 - 100,275; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Reading Specialist for Northbridge Middle School. Your role will involve creating and implementing engaging lessons, collaborating with staff to improve literacy outcomes, and monitoring student progress.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Education and dual licensure in Special Education and Reading. This position offers the opportunity to enhance reading achievement for all students in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Preferred Orton Gillingham or Wilson Certification.
• Minimum three years of teaching experience in reading-related area.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement needs-based lessons for reading groups.
• Administer screening and diagnostic measures.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Communicate with parents about student progress.

Skills

Knowledge of reading/writing process

Differentiating instruction in reading

Understanding of scientifically based reading research

Experience with literacy assessment tools

Education

Masters Degree in Education

Dual licensure (Special Education and Reading)

Job description

Northbridge Public Schools Northbridge Middle School - Whitinsville, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Reading Specialist

Job Details

• Job ID: 5703358
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 11, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026
• Position Type: Full-time
• Salary: $56,177 to $100,275 Per Year
• Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Reading/Literacy; Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Job Description

• Create and implement engaging needs-based lessons for multiple reading groups and individual students
• Administer screening, progress monitoring, diagnostic and outcome measures
• Work with teachers on administration and interpretation of assessment data to determine adequate progress or those in need of interventions of varying intensity, as well as a grouping for small, needs-based groups, as part of differentiated core instruction
• Administer and interpret in-depth diagnostic measures or additional assessments commonly used in the school
• Assist in the analysis of school-wide literacy strengths and weaknesses and formulate plans to improve student achievement in reading and teaching effectiveness
• Create an atmosphere of trust and collaboration among staff to promote professional growth and accelerate the reading achievement of all students
• Collaborate with colleagues and the school community to enhance the teaching profession
• Maintain confidentiality of all student information for the purpose of protecting students, staff, parents, and the District
• Communicate with parents and school counselors regarding student progress
• Participate in curriculum and other programs within the school and/or on a district level
• Participate in faculty meetings and on committees
• May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and monitor standardized tests
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or necessary

Job Requirements

• Dual licensure preferred (Special Education and Reading).
  Orton Gillingham or Wilson Certification preferred.
  1. Masters Degree in Education
  2. Knowledge of reading/writing process, literacy, current assessment tools, content learning standards, and differentiating instruction in reading at the middle school level.
  3. Understanding of scientifically based reading research and evidence-based practices for teaching reading and assessing student progress toward achievement of benchmarks.
  5. At least three years of teaching experience in reading-related area in the high school preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Welcome to Northbridge Middle School

The mission of the Northbridge Public Schools is to prepare our students to become responsible, contributing members of society by providing a challenging, rigorous educational program which will maximize academic achievement, enable intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development in an atmosphere that promotes creative and critical thinking.

Contact Information

• George Ghitelman Spier
• 87 Linwood Avenue
• Whitinsville, Massachusetts 01588
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]