Position Summary

The Reading Specialist is a master teacher of small group instruction. The instructional focus of the specialist is to support and implement a foundational skills program designed to build strong literacy skills in students identified as having a serious reading deficiency (SRD). The goal of the specialist is to administer supplemental and intensive interventions with students, collaborate with teachers and school administrators to support students’ academic growth, progress monitor students and share data with key stakeholders to ensure that a multi-tiered system of supports addresses the needs of all learners.

 

The Reading Specialist role is leader, teacher, and student-facing as, in addition to facilitating small group instruction with students, the role requires the person to facilitate professional development sessions, work alongside teachers to share and discuss data and provide resources.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERENCES

Wilson Teacher Certification

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

EEO Statement:

The School District of University City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity and other characteristics protected by law.


Learn more about The School District of University City at www.ucityschools.org