Title I Reading Specialist- Chichester Middle School

CHICHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL; Upper Chichester Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Chichester School District CHICHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL - Boothwyn, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps The Title I Reading Specialist plays a critical role in accelerating literacy achievement by providing evidence-based instruction aligned with science of reading to students requiring targeted support.

The specialist will use student assessment data to inform instructional decisions, monitor student progress, and demonstrate measurable outcomes which contribute to improved literacy performance and

Qualifications

• Valid PA Reading Specialist Certification.
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience.
• Postgraduate Certificate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze screening, diagnostic, benchmark, and formative assessment data to identify students requiring targeted reading intervention.
• Develop individualized or small-group intervention plans using evidence-based practices which target literacy gaps.
• Create engaging learning experiences for adolescent readers which accelerate literacy growth and promote student confidence.
• Establish measurable student learning goals, conduct progress monitoring, adjust learning plans to maximize effectiveness.
• Prepare reports demonstrating student growth, achievement gains, and intervention outcomes.
• Share expertise in the science of reading with teachers.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student growth, intervention goals, and strategies for supporting reading development at home.
• Maintain compliance with Title I regulations
• Participate in professional development related to reading instruction, assessment, and intervention.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Postgraduate Certificate degree

Job description

Chichester School District CHICHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL - Boothwyn, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Title I Reading Specialist- Chichester Middle School

Chichester School District CHICHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL - Boothwyn, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Chichester PA

Job Details

Job ID: 5917886
Application Deadline: Sep 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Summary

The Title I Reading Specialist plays a critical role in accelerating literacy achievement by providing evidence-based instruction aligned with science of reading to students requiring targeted support. The specialist will use student assessment data to inform instructional decisions, monitor student progress, and demonstrate measurable outcomes which contribute to improved literacy performance and academic success.

The Title I Reading Specialist collaborates closely with classroom teachers, school administrators, and families to ensure interventions are aligned with student needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze screening, diagnostic, benchmark, and formative assessment data to identify students requiring targeted reading intervention.
• Develop individualized or small-group intervention plans using evidence-based practices which target literacy gaps.
• Create engaging learning experiences for adolescent readers which accelerate literacy growth and promote student confidence.
• Establish measurable student learning goals, conduct progress monitoring, adjust learning plans to maximize effectiveness.
• Prepare reports demonstrating student growth, achievement gains, and intervention outcomes
• Share expertise in the science of reading with teachers.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student growth, intervention goals, and strategies for supporting reading development at home.
• Maintain compliance with Title I regulations
• Participate in professional development related to reading instruction, assessment, and intervention.

This is not inclusive of all job requirements and expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Valid PA Reading Specialist Certification
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Dispositions

Knowledge of effective secondary instructional practices.

Ability to build trusting relationships.

Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Evaluations

Performance shall be evaluated in accordance with the Board’s Policy on Appraisal.

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In accordance with existing state and federal laws, the Chichester School District will employ qualified personnel for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, religion, national origin or non-job-related handicap or disability. Selection of candidates for positions will be made upon the basis of demonstrated capability, competence, and appropriate experience.

All Chichester School District programs are operated in compliance with Title IX regulations regarding sex discrimination and Section 504 regarding disabled persons.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $55,837 Per Year
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Reading/Literacy

Job Requirements

• Postgraduate Certificate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Diana Hanobeck
• Email: [e-mail]