Reading Intervention Specialist

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Professional Development

Supportive Environment

Access to reading resources

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape is seeking a skilled Reading Intervention Specialist to join our educational team. You will identify students with reading difficulties and provide targeted interventions to improve literacy.

The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, collaboration with teachers and parents, and ongoing progress monitoring to tailor support. The ideal candidate will have a teaching qualification with specialization in Reading or Literacy Education, proven experience, and

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification with a specialization in Reading or Literacy Education.
• Proven experience as a Reading Intervention Specialist or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of reading intervention strategies and assessment tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with students, staff and parents.
• Commitment to fostering a positive literacy environment in the Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic assessments to identify students' reading strengths and weaknesses.
• Develop and implement individualized and small-group intervention plans for struggling readers.
• Provide direct reading instruction using evidence-based strategies and research-backed programs.
• Monitor student progress regularly and adjust intervention plans as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school administrators to support student literacy development in Paarl.

Skills

Reading assessment

Intervention planning

Evidence-based instruction

Communication skills

Education

Teaching qualification with Reading/Literacy specialization

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and dedicated Reading Intervention Specialist to join their educational team in Paarl, Western Cape . You will be responsible for identifying students with reading difficulties and providing targeted interventions to improve their literacy skills. This role is vital in ensuring that all students have the foundational reading abilities necessary for academic success. The ideal candidate is passionate about literacy education and committed to providing individualized support to help students overcome reading challenges within a supportive school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic assessments to identify students' reading strengths and weaknesses.
• Develop and implement individualized and small-group intervention plans for struggling readers.
• Provide direct reading instruction using evidence-based strategies and research-backed programs.
• Monitor student progress regularly and adjust intervention plans as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school administrators to support student literacy development in Paarl .

Requirements

• Relevant teaching qualification with a specialization in Reading or Literacy Education.
• Proven experience as a Reading Intervention Specialist or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of various reading intervention strategies and assessment tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Commitment to fostering a positive and effective literacy environment in the Western Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialized training in literacy.
• Supportive school leadership and collaborative staff environment.
• Access to a variety of reading assessment and intervention resources.
• The rewarding experience of directly impacting students' reading proficiency and academic future.