Reading Teacher

HOOVER-SCHRUM MEMORIAL SD 157; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Elementary Reading Specialist to enhance the curriculum and instruction in reading and language arts. This role involves supervising educational programs, mentoring teachers, and analyzing data to drive student achievement. If you are passionate about fostering a love for reading and improving instructional practices, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and teachers alike. Join a supportive environment where your expertise will help shape the future of education in the district.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and Illinois Reading Endorsement required.
• Strong skills in curriculum development and instructional assessment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee elementary school curriculum, instruction, and assessment in reading.
• Provide mentoring and professional development for teachers.
• Analyze data to improve student achievement in reading and language arts.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Instructional Assessment

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Illinois Reading Endorsement

Job description

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted:
  1/8/2025
• Location:
  Schrum Memorial Middle School

HOOVER-SCHRUM MEMORIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 157
JOB DESCRIPTION: ELA TEACHER / READING TEACHER

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Elementary Reading Specialist is responsible for the supervision of the elementary school curriculum, instruction, and assessment program in reading and language arts. This responsibility includes goal setting, researching, planning, organizing, coordinating, decision-making, communicating and evaluating.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documents related to instructional programs.
2. Manage communication between staff and the Curriculum and Instruction Department.
3. Advocate, facilitate and monitor the alignment, instruction, and assessment improvement in the accomplishment of district reading and writing goals.
4. Serve as a support for school walk-throughs.
5. Evaluate and improve the planning process.
6. Provide support/mentoring/training for identified teachers and campus administrators.
7. Work with teachers (one-on-one or small groups) to refine their knowledge and skills; methods of instruction may include in-class coaching, peer observation, co-teaching, and modeling effective instruction.
8. Design and deliver professional development for teachers.
9. Assist school personnel in analyzing data for continuous improvement of student achievement in reading and language arts.
10. Encourage teachers’ involvement, empowerment, responsibility, and innovation in school improvement activities.
11. Assist schools in securing appropriate instructional materials.
12. Assist teachers in creating classroom learning systems.
13. Assist school with articulation of the reading and language arts program from grade to grade and level to level.
14. Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
15. Adhere to the district’s safety policies and procedures.
16. Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business.
17. Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting with students and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned (classroom or office setting).
18. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in related field.
Illinois Reading Endorsement.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Collective Bargaining Agreement
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