Reading Specialist - CMS

Young World Physical Education; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 46,523 - 73,737; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Full-Time Reading Specialist to provide support and strategies using the Response to Intervention framework. The position offers a salary range of $46,523 to $73,737 per year based on experience and qualifications.

The ideal candidate will hold appropriate certifications and possess strong leadership and organizational skills. Collaborating with various teams and maintaining student data are key responsibilities. Immediate starting date available. Join us in making a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Certification with a Special Reading Certificate is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Strong leadership skills and an understanding of RtI processes are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction in small groups.
• Collaborate on educational data decisions.
• Train staff on research-based interventions.
• Maintain accurate student data for interventions.

Skills

Appropriate teacher certification with Special Reading Certificate

Leadership and organizational qualities

Working knowledge of Response to Intervention (RtI)

Understanding of literacy development

Education

Master’s degree in elementary education, English as a Second Language, or Special Education

Job description

Alleghany County Public Schools Covington Middle School - Covington, Virginia

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Title: Reading Specialist

FLSA: Exempt Professional

Qualifications

• Appropriate teacher certification with Special Reading Certificate.
• Master’s degree in elementary education, English as a Second Language, or Special Education, preferred.
• Leadership and organizational qualities which include the ability to facilitate teams, communicate collaboratively, train and lead others, and coordinate data.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Response to Intervention (RtI) process, at-risk supports, and literacy development.

Reports To: Building administration

Terms of Employment: Teacher’s Work Calendar and benefits as defined in the Teacher's Negotiated Agreement.

Position Overview

To provide the strategies and support to facilitate the Integration of At-Risk Supports (IARS) which focuses on effective instructional and behavioral practices related to the specific needs of each child, based on a Response to Intervention (RtI) framework.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide research-based, direct instruction in small intervention groups for the majority of the work day.
• Work collaboratively with the school-wide IARS team on the appropriate use of data in making educational decisions.
• Work collaboratively with grade level IARS teams on the appropriate use of data in making educational decisions.
• Coordinate building universal screening schedule as outlined in the Park Hill Assessment Plan.
• Facilitate the coordination of school-wide and individual student progress monitoring data.
• Maintain an accurate data base of students in IARS.
• Train building staff on the research-based interventions.
• Assist building administration in reviewing data to develop and assist in building level professional development which supports IARS.
• Work collaboratively with school-wide IARS team to coordinate parent education activities.
• Work collaboratively with building administration to plan expenditures of program funds within IARS.

Other Responsibilities

• Support the total school program by observing curricular and extra-curricular student activities.
• Exhibit dependability and punctuality in assigned duties.
• Strive to improve professional competence.
• Display appropriate personal and professional traits that exhibit a positive role model for students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Strive to achieve the objectives and expectations of the Teacher Performance Evaluation Plan.
• Maintain a caseload of students receiving instructional interventions as determined by building administration.
• Attend Intervention Specialist meetings and share pertinent information with building administration and IARS teams.
• Follow IARS guidelines and procedures.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $46,523 to $73,737 Per Year

EEO Statement: Alleghany County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.