Special Education Literacy Teacher Consultant

SUMMARY:

Provide evidence-based literacy instruction, assessment, and intervention support within LISD operated special education programs using science of reading practices and MTSS frameworks.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Have experience as a successful Special Education classroom teacher.
• Have sufficient knowledge of scientifically based reading research, special expertise in quality reading instruction and infusing reading strategies into content area instruction, and data management skills.
• Have a strong knowledge base in working with teachers and other classroom staff.
• Have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in education and advanced coursework in reading or have completed professional development in evidence-based literacy instructional strategies.

Preferred:

• Reading Specialist certification, LETRS training, or the equivalent amount of training focused on research-based practices in early literacy

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, and REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Michigan Special Education Teacher Certificate

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

188 days, salary, and fringe benefits per LIEA master contract. Exempt.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

LIEA MASTER CONTRACT

The Lenawee Intermediate School District (LISD) Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. For more details including policies and contact information please visit the following:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).