Reading Specialist

Jobtailor; Rowley (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a dedicated Reading Specialist to provide direct reading instruction and targeted interventions in Massachusetts schools. You will assess literacy levels, analyze progress data, and tailor instruction to middle and high school students with diverse learning needs.

The role requires a Master’s in Reading/Literacy or related field and a valid MA Reading Specialist license or eligibility, with experience in evidence-based interventions and IEP collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in reading, literacy or special education required.
• Valid Massachusetts Reading Specialist License or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience with middle/high school students and evidence-based literacy interventions.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and MA Special Education Regulations.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Structured Literacy training preferred (e.g., Wilson, Orton-Gillingham, Fundations).
• Experience supporting students with learning disabilities and dyslexia.
• Experience with IEP development software (Aspen, Frontline/ESPED).
• Computer literacy in Windows, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct reading instruction and intervention services aligned with IEPs.
• Conduct literacy assessments and analyze performance data to identify needs.
• Differentiate instruction and adapt curricula for diverse learners.
• Use progress-monitoring tools to inform instruction and adjust interventions.
• Develop and implement individualized and small-group intervention plans.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records of outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate literacy strategies across the curriculum.
• Contribute to IEPs and participate in meetings with families and teams.
• Support reading comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, decoding, and writing skills.

Skills

Direct Reading Instruction

Literacy Assessment

Intervention Plans

Progress Monitoring

Differentiated Instruction

Structured Literacy

IEP Development

Data Analysis

Reading Comprehension

Fluency & Decoding

Education

Master's Degree in Reading, Literacy Education, Special Education

Tools

Aspen

Frontline/ESPED

IEP Development Software

Windows

Word

Excel

Job description

• Provide direct reading instruction and intervention services in accordance with students' IEPs.
• Conduct literacy assessments and analyze student performance data to identify areas of need.
• Use evidence-based instructional strategies to support students' academic, behavioral, social, and communication needs.
• Differentiate instruction and modify curriculum to ensure accessibility for diverse learners.
• Use progress-monitoring tools, assessments, and data to inform instruction and adjust interventions.
• Develop and implement individualized and small-group intervention plans.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records of assessment and intervention outcomes.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate literacy strategies across the curriculum.
• Contribute to the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and participate in meetings.
• Support students in developing reading comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, decoding, and written language skills.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and recommendations.
• Stay current with research-based instructional practices and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Reading, Literacy Education, Special Education, or a related field
• Valid Massachusetts Reading Specialist License (All Levels) or eligibility for licensure
• Experience working with middle and/or high school students
• Knowledge of evidence-based literacy interventions and assessment tools
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and Massachusetts Special Education Regulations
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Training in Structured Literacy approaches, including Wilson Reading System, Orton-Gillingham, Fundations, UFLI, or similar programs (Preferred)
• Experience supporting students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, and other language-based learning differences (Preferred)
• Experience analyzing assessment data and developing intervention plans (Preferred)
• Experience with IEP development software (e.g., Aspen, Frontline/ESPED) (Preferred)
• Computer literate in standard desktop applications such as Windows, Word, and Excel.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in providing direct reading instruction and intervention services tailored to individual student needs, utilizing evidence-based strategies and assessments to enhance literacy skills. Proficient in collaborating with educators and families to support diverse learners and ensure compliance with special education regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Master's Degree in Reading, Literacy Education, Special Education
• Valid Massachusetts Reading Specialist License
• Experience with Evidence-Based Literacy Interventions
• Knowledge of IDEA and Massachusetts Special Education Regulations
• Experience Analyzing Assessment Data

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Direct Reading Instruction
• Literacy Assessment
• Individualized Intervention Plans
• Progress Monitoring
• Differentiated Instruction
• Structured Literacy Approaches
• IEP Development
• Data Analysis
• Reading Comprehension Support
• Fluency and Decoding Skills

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Collaboration Skills
• Organizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Reading Specialist License

Industry Keywords

• Evidence-Based Instructional Strategies
• Learning Disabilities
• Dyslexia
• Language-Based Learning Differences
• IDEA
• Section 504
• Massachusetts Special Education Regulations

Tools & Technologies

• IEP Development Software
• Aspen
• Frontline/ESPED
• Windows
• Word
• Excel