Elementary Literacy Specialist

Elementary Literacy Specialist

The Elementary Literacy Specialist supports student achievement by providing targeted reading intervention, collaborating with teachers to strengthen literacy instruction, and assisting with the implementation of effective, research-based literacy practices. The specialist works collaboratively with students, teachers, administrators, and families to improve literacy outcomes and promote academic success for all elementary students. The Elementary Literacy Specialist serves as a resource for teachers by promoting effective literacy instruction while providing targeted support to students who require additional reading intervention.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted reading intervention for students identified through assessment and progress monitoring.
• Conduct literacy assessments and monitor student progress.
• Develop, implement, and monitor intervention plans based on student needs.
• Maintain accurate student records and required documentation.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to strengthen literacy instruction and student achievement.
• Model effective instructional strategies and provide classroom support as appropriate.
• Assist teachers in analyzing student assessment data to guide instructional decisions.
• Support the implementation of the district's literacy curriculum and instructional initiatives.
• Utilize technology to support instruction, assessment, communication, and recordkeeping.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with students, families, staff, and community members.
• Promote a positive, student-centered learning environment that supports academic growth and achievement.
• Maintain confidentiality of student, personnel, and district information.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), and district committees as assigned.
• Support the mission, vision, goals, and strategic priorities of Peach Springs Unified School District #8.
• Follow Governing Board policies, administrative regulations, and all applicable federal and state laws.
• Maintain regular attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate.
• Structured English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Knowledge of evidence-based literacy instruction, intervention strategies, and student assessment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families, staff, and administrators.

Preferred:

• Reading Specialist Endorsement or related literacy coursework.
• Experience providing literacy intervention.
• Experience supporting classroom instruction, instructional coaching, curriculum implementation, or MTSS.

Terms of Employment:

Salary, benefits, work calendar, and conditions of employment shall be established by the Governing Board in accordance with district policy and the current salary schedule. Evaluation Performance shall be evaluated in accordance with Governing Board policy and administrative regulations. Generous Benefit Package, payscale, including 4-day work week, staff housing options available, transportation options available from Kingman, 8 PD days a year.