Reading Specialist, Long-Term Substitute

Hurley Middle School; Seekonk (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hurley Middle School in Seekonk, MA is seeking a Reading Specialist, Long-Term Substitute to begin January 2027. The role provides targeted reading services under Wilson standards, working with individuals and small groups while coordinating with a student services team.

The position requires a valid teaching license in Massachusetts, a Bachelor’s in Education, and preferred mastery in reading or related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Education is required.
• Massachusetts DESE licensure in Reading, Special Ed, or English preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and administrators in writing and speech.

Responsibilities

• Provide reading services and interventions aligned with Wilson standards for students individually and in groups.
• Collaborate with student teams to plan, write progress reports, and implement reading goals.
• Provide RTI-based reading interventions and support.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues and administrators to foster learning.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor Degree in Education

Master's Degree in Reading or related field

Tools

Wilson Reading System

Job description

Reading Specialist, Long-Term Substitute

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Reading Specialist, Long-Term Substitute

Type of Position: Full-time; 2026-2027 school year

Duration: 4-6 weeks

Start Date: January 22, 2027

Location: Hurley Middle School, 650 Newman Ave., Seekonk, MA, 02771

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director of Student Services

QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered qualified for this position, candidates must have the following:

• Bachelor Degree in Education
• Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, preferably in Reading, Special Education, or English.
• Ability to relate well with and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with colleagues and administrators
• Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Reading, Special Education or current matriculation in related Master's Degree Program
• Experience in secondary education and/or reading intervention
• Experience with the use of data to inform and guide educational decisions and practices
• Wilson Reading System Certified Instructor, Level 2 Preferred (Steps 7.1-12.6)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide reading services and interventions aligned with Wilson standards and expectations to students individually and in small groups
• Collaborate with other members of the student’s team in planning, writing progress reports, and implementing instructional goals and objectives according to the student’s individual reading goal
• Provide reading interventions and support for students as part of an RTI process
• Maintain a professional relationship and climate with all colleagues and administrators conducive to learning and sharing
• Present a positive role model for colleagues that supports the mission and curricular goals of the school
• Encourage appropriate technologies in the teaching and learning process
• Work under direction of the Hurley Middle School Building Principal and Director of Education
• Attend IEP meetings if needed

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. The Seekonk Public Schools strives to provide a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment in which all students can thrive and succeed in its schools. The Seekonk Public Schools prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, homelessness or sexual orientation and ensures that all students have equal rights of access and equal enjoyment of the opportunities, advantages, privileges, and courses of study.

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Job Description

Title: Reading Specialist, Long-Term Substitute

Type of Position: Full-time; 2026-2027 school year

Duration: 4-6 weeks

Start Date: January 22, 2027

Location: Hurley Middle School, 650 Newman Ave., Seekonk, MA, 02771

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All qualified candidates

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director of Student Services

QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered qualified for this position, candidates must have the following:

• Bachelor Degree in Education
• Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, preferably in Reading, Special Education, or English.
• Ability to relate well with and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with colleagues and administrators
• Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Reading, Special Education or current matriculation in related Master's Degree Program
• Experience in secondary education and/or reading intervention
• Experience with the use of data to inform and guide educational decisions and practices
• Wilson Reading System Certified Instructor, Level 2 Preferred (Steps 7.1-12.6)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide reading services and interventions aligned with Wilson standards and expectations to students individually and in small groups
• Collaborate with other members of the student’s team in planning, writing progress reports, and implementing instructional goals and objectives according to the student’s individual reading goal
• Provide reading interventions and support for students as part of an RTI process
• Maintain a professional relationship and climate with all colleagues and administrators conducive to learning and sharing
• Present a positive role model for colleagues that supports the mission and curricular goals of the school
• Encourage appropriate technologies in the teaching and learning process
• Work under direction of the Hurley Middle School Building Principal and Director of Education
• Attend IEP meetings if needed

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. The Seekonk Public Schools strives to provide a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment in which all students can thrive and succeed in its schools. The Seekonk Public Schools prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, homelessness or sexual orientation and ensures that all students have equal rights of access and equal enjoyment of the opportunities, advantages, privileges, and courses of study.

Position Type: Substitute
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Reading/Literacy

Contact Information

• Bridget McNamara , Administrative Assistant to Superintendent
• 25 Water Lane
• Seekonk, Massachusetts 02771
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]