Reading Specialist (Elementary) - (Long Term Substitute) - Posting #1878

Cheltenham Township School District; Cheltenham Township (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheltenham Township School District seeks a Reading Specialist (Elementary) as a long-term substitute for the 2026-2027 school year. The role centers on leading literacy efforts, identifying reading needs, implementing interventions, and supporting teachers across our elementary schools.

Qualified candidates hold a PA dual instructional certification in Elementary Education and Reading Specialist, with immediate start possible.

Qualifications

• Valid PA dual instructional certification in Elementary Education and Reading Specialist

Responsibilities

• Identify student reading needs and monitor progress
• Implement targeted reading interventions across elementary grades
• Support classroom teachers with literacy instruction and programs
• Lead literacy initiatives and help improve the school-wide reading program

Skills

PA Certification (Elem+Reading)

Job description

Reading Specialist (Elementary) - (Long Term Substitute) - Posting #1878

Cheltenham Township School District K-5 Schools, Cheltenham School District - Elkins Park, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5942310
Application Deadline: Oct 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB VACANCY 09.28.2026

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Cheltenham School District announces the following Long-Term Substitute position available for the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Title: Reading Specialist Long Term Subsitute

Location: Elementary Schools

Requirements: Valid PA dual instructional certification in Elementary Education and Reading Specialist

Position Summary:
The Reading Specialist is a key instructional leader and resource for improving literacy across our schools. This role is responsible for the systematic identification of student reading needs, the implementation of targeted reading interventions, and the professional support of classroom teachers. The Reading Specialist is an instructional leader within the school and works directly with students, collaborates with teachers to strengthen classroom instruction, and helps lead the school’s overall literacy program to ensure all students are on a path to reading proficiency.

External candidates: If hired, you will be required to provide Acts 34, 114, and 151 clearances and other mandatory employment forms.

Deadline to apply is October 13, 2026

CHELTENHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT

2000 ASHBOURNE ROAD, ELKINS PARK, PA 19027

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Reading/Literacy

Contact Information

• Nikeya Pressley
• 2000 Ashbourne Road
• Elkins Park, Pennsylvania 19027
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]