Job Description

Reading Specialist

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Reading Education
• Valid NJ Instructional Certification with Reading Specialist Endorsement
• Demonstrated excellence in instructing struggling learners
• Strong skills in differentiated instruction and data-driven teaching
• Experienced in Orton-Gillingham methodology for teaching reading, preferably certified in Wilson or similar program
• Must be willing to become a certified Orton-Gillingham trainer, if requested.
• Strong knowledge of multiple reading programs and instructional methodologies
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Pass mandatory pre-employment physical, including drug screening in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4
• Pass mandatory criminal history screening in accordance with 18A:6-7.1.
• Consistent attendance as defined by the New Jersey Department of Education.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google and general computer skills.

Reports To: Director of Curriculum/Instruction, Building Principal, and Supervisor of Humanities

Job Goals: To provide reading intervention services to Tier 3 level students, improving each student's skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing; to work closely with the classroom teachers to assure continuity of instruction for each assigned student; to consult with and serve as a resource and coach to classroom teachers assisting them in providing differentiated lessons and curricular adaptations to students in their classrooms.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Provides direct individual and small group remedial instruction to identified students who are struggling readers as part of the daily building schedule.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior in compliance with school and district policy needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom and building.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Analyzes and interprets student progress data for individual students assigned
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss progress of assigned students and interpret the school program.
• Prepares and maintains clear lesson plans to provide continuity of instruction for assigned students.
• Assists classroom teachers in evaluating progress data to develop targeted lessons and adapt curriculum to address identified skill deficiencies for all students in their classrooms.
• Coaches classroom teachers on how to design and structure the literacy period to enable use of centers and small group instruction methodologies.
• Assists in the selection and requisition of books and instructional aids appropriate to the interest and maturity level of pupils as authorized; maintains required inventory records.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs of all students.
• Serves as a resource and coach for teachers on effective literacy instructional techniques.
• Serves on the I&RS committee as a regular member and assist in implementation of MTSS.
• Works closely with the Supervisor of Humanities and other reading specialists in analyzing literacy data for the district and recommending program revisions to the Assistant Superintendent.
• Provides support and consultation with district administration concerning universal screening, dyslexia screening and professional development and other literacy related initiatives and assessment programs.
• Cooperates in the development of a working relationship with all members of the faculty and other members of the school community.
• Participates in the construction and development of curriculum guides appropriate to one's academic discipline.
• Develops and provides professional development in the area of literacy instruction, the district's literacy program and materials and interpreting student data, and instructional methodologies to teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Maintains a level of professional competence appropriate to the specific area of certification, assignment, and matters of general educational importance.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings and fulfills required duties.
• Performs other related professional duties as required.

Essential Functions of the Job: Light Work: May lift, push or pull 20+ pounds.

Terms of Employment: 10-month position

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state law and with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Salary & Benefits: Penns Grove- Carneys Point Regional Teacher Negotiated Agreement

Annual Salary Range: $65,390 - $99,775

Benefits Package Includes: Medical, prescription, and optional dental insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Optional Disability Insurance (AFLAC, Prudential, and American General)

Pre-Tax Deduction Options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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