Reading Specialist

Hillcrest Educational Centers; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 56,475 - 73,396; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA

Tuition assistance reimbursement

Student loan pay-down program

Employer-paid life insurance

Wellness program credit

Employee assistance program

Dental office on site

403(b) retirement plan

Child-care reimbursement

Orientation training

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hillcrest Educational Centers in Pittsfield is seeking a Reading Specialist to provide comprehensive reading instruction and intervention for students with disabilities. The role includes coaching teachers, modeling effective literacy practices, and leading professional development workshops.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s Degree in Education and a MA Reading Specialist license, coupled with several years of relevant teaching experience. Join a dedicated team transforming lives in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Several years of teaching experience, particularly in literacy or special education.
• Experience working with students with disabilities.
• Previous experience in a coaching, mentoring, or leadership role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and support to teachers in effective literacy instruction.
• Demonstrate effective teaching strategies and model best practices.
• Lead workshops and training sessions focused on literacy education.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement aligned literacy instruction.
• Use assessment data to guide instructional decisions.
• Develop or recommend instructional materials for special needs students.
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as necessary.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

Data-driven instruction

Collaborative planning

Education

Master’s Degree in Education or related field

MA Reading Specialist license

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for providing comprehensive reading instruction and intervention to students, including screening, assessment, and case management, while adhering to company and state regulations. The Reading Specialist will also serve as a coach and mentor to teachers, providing expertise in literacy instruction, particularly for students with disabilities.

Salary

Salary Range: $56,475 - $73,396

Responsibilities

• Coaching and mentoring: Provide coaching and support to teachers in implementing effective literacy instruction tailored to the needs of students with disabilities.
• Modeling instruction: Demonstrate effective teaching strategies in the classroom and model best practices for literacy instruction.
• Professional development: Lead workshops, training sessions, and other professional development opportunities focused on literacy education and special education practices.
• Collaborative planning: Work with teachers to plan and implement literacy instruction that aligns with students' IEP goals.
• Data‑driven instruction: Use assessment data to guide instructional decisions and help teachers refine their literacy instruction to better meet the needs of students.
• Resource development: Develop or recommend instructional materials and resources that support literacy development for students with special needs.
• Monitoring progress: Help teachers monitor student progress in literacy and adjust interventions as necessary to ensure student growth.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree in Education, Reading, or a related field with a MA Reading Specialist license.
• Experience: Several years of teaching experience, particularly in literacy or special education, and experience working with students with disabilities.
• Leadership: Previous experience in a coaching, mentoring, or leadership role within an educational setting is preferred.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA
• Tuition assistance reimbursement to support you earning a college degree. We reimburse up to $425 per credit hour, up to $1,275 for a 3‑credit course.
• Student loan pay‑down program to reduce your college loan debt
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Wellness program credit of $500 for individuals and $1,000 for family plans to reduce your health insurance costs
• Employee assistance program to support you through stressful times in life
• Dental office on site with payroll deduction payment option
• 403(b) retirement plan to help you save for your financial future
• Child‑care reimbursement paid quarterly up to $2,400 annually
• Orientation training of two weeks to support you in your new role
• Professional development opportunities through workshops, conferences, and quarterly department training days

Why Work With Hillcrest?

• Challenge yourself professionally while facilitating the education of youth facing mental health/behavioral challenges;
• Lend your expertise and collaborate with highly certified professionals;
• Join a dedicated organization leading the field in residential treatment and educational programming;
• Transform lives of those in our community and beyond.