Literacy & Language Specialist - Transform Student Reading

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Medical aid and retirement fund

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Literacy and Language Specialist to support students in Randburg. The role emphasizes improving reading, writing, and communication across ages, diagnosing difficulties, and implementing targeted interventions. Collaboration with teachers and support staff is essential to foster literacy-rich environments.

The position focuses on enhancing foundational language abilities and contributing to academic success and lifelong learning within Gauteng's educational programs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Literacy Education or related field.
• Teaching qualification with specialized training in literacy instruction.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in literacy development and language intervention.
• Experience diagnosing reading and writing difficulties.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' literacy and language skills to identify needs and gaps.
• Develop and implement individualized or small-group literacy interventions.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate literacy support into the curriculum.
• Provide professional development and resources to educators on effective literacy instruction techniques.
• Monitor student progress through ongoing assessment and data analysis.
• Promote a love for reading and literature through engaging activities and resources.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Literacy Education or related field

Teaching qualification with literacy specialization

Tools

Assessment tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Literacy and Language Specialist to support students in Randburg. The role emphasizes improving reading, writing, and communication across ages, diagnosing difficulties, and implementing targeted interventions. Collaboration with teachers and support staff is essential to foster literacy-rich environments.

The position focuses on enhancing foundational language abilities and contributing to academic success and lifelong learning within Gauteng's educational programs.