Reading Specialist- Full-time

Chester County Intermediate Unit; Centereach (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Chester County Intermediate Unit is seeking a Reading Specialist to develop and deliver targeted literacy instruction based on data from evaluations and teacher input. You will monitor student progress and communicate results to teachers, IEP/504 teams, and families as part of a collaborative team.

The role requires a Bachelor's in education, PA Reading Specialist certification, and 3 years of teaching experience; Wilson training or certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education is required.
• PA Reading Specialist certification is required.
• Experience teaching reading and literacy development is preferred.
• Master's degree in reading is preferred.
• Fingerprint clearances completed within the last year are required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement literacy instruction rooted in best practices.
• Provide direct reading and writing instruction for individuals or small groups.
• Support students with disabilities per IEP and 504 plans.
• Deliver evidence-based programs with fidelity and monitor progress.
• Develop lesson plans and manage instructional materials for literacy.
• Lead professional development on literacy methods for staff.

Skills

3 years teaching experience

Reading instruction

Literacy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education or general education

Master's degree in reading (preferred)

PA Reading Specialist certification (required)

PA Special Education certification (preferred)

Tools

Wilson training

Wilson Certification

Job description

• Position Type: Educational Specialist Position/ Reading Specialist
• Date Posted: 9/21/2026
• Closing Date: 10/02/2026

At the present time, an anticipated vacancyfora full-time Reading Specialist exists within the Division of Student Services of the Chester County Intermediate Unit.

Are you motivated to create brighter futures for students, families,and the entire community? If so, we want you on Team CCIU! At theCCIU,we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication,and collaborative spiritthatour employees bring to their work every day,and we know that achieving success together takes a teamapproach!

We strive to hire exceptional and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaderswhocontribute to a better Chester County and beyond.

Summary of Position

The Reading Specialist develops and implements an individual and/or small group instructional program for students based on data gathered through reading evaluations, observation, teacher input, and parent/guardian input. The Reading Specialist is charged with designing prescriptive and intentional reading instruction that is driving the attainment of student achievement outcomes. The Reading Specialist will monitor the students' progress and communicate this information to the classroom teacher, administration, IEP Team or 504 Team, and parents/guardians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education or general educationrequired.
• Wilson trainingpreferred,Wilson Certificationpreferred.
• Master's degree in reading preferred.
• 3 years teaching experiencerequired, experience teaching reading preferred.
• Valid PA Reading Specialist certificationrequired.
• Valid PA Special Education teaching certification preferred.
• Current, within one year, police, child abuse & FBI Fingerprint clearancesrequired.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate literacy instruction rooted in best practices.
• Provide direct instruction in the areas of reading and writing to students individually or in a small group format.
• Provides literacy instruction and support to students with disabilities in accordance with their individualized education program (IEP).
• Implements a wide range of evidenced-based programs with fidelity according to program guidelines and individual student needs.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials to address students' individual needs.
• Maintains an organized system and accessible location for the storage and circulation of reading and writing materials.
• Supports executive functioning needs for students by designing coherent processes in the primary areas of organization, planning, processing, initiating, and completing assigned tasks.
• Works cooperatively with intermediate unit, school district, public charter and/or nonpublic staff, including special education teachers, general education teachers, pupil services staff, and related service providers, and outside agencies to coordinate student's program and provide appropriate level of support.
• Collects and analyzes progress monitoring data and prepares appropriate progress monitoring reports and evaluation report summaries according to required timelines.
• Serves as a member of the Multidisciplinary evaluation team and/or IEP team to review student progress based on delivery of reading specialist services.
• Leads professional development to professional staff and support staff in regards to best practices in the area of literacy development and teaching methodologies.
• Provides leadership and expertise in the area of literacy development and curriculum selection.
• Assists in the selection of appropriate materials utilized by the classroom teacher.
• Participates in interagency meetings when necessary.
• Coordinates requests for direct services with referring district or school.
• Logs student support services according to the identified frequency and duration.
• Creates and manages individual schedule of student services on caseload.
• Attends department meetings and professional development.
• Adheres to intermediate policies and procedures.
• Adheres to professional, ethical, and legal standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Range (based 2026-2027 schedule)

• Instructional I: $62,155- $89,730
• Instructional II: $64,834- $93,324
• Master's Degree: $69,353- $101,911
• Master's + 15: $72,740- $105,924
• Master's + 30:$74,415- $107,845

Schedule

Monday - Friday

7.5 hours per day for 194-days based school calendar

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.