Reading Interventionist; SEI Endorsement .FTE Part Time; SY

Job Description

The Boston Public Schools is seeking educator leaders who are energized to guide students in building the knowledge, skills, and talents they will need to engage with and transform their world. Learning at the district will be grounded in the deep knowledge and experiences that each child brings through his/her own identity to the classroom. Through thoughtfully planned units of study based on the district adopted core curriculum, students will broaden their understanding of the world around them and develop the skills required to effectively ask and answer their own questions and to think critically and creatively about what they are learning and experiencing.

We aspire for all the district students to be independent learners who will be prepared to pursue their interests and passions and to be effective agents of change for themselves, their families, their communities, and the nation.

The Reading Specialist will provide intensive reading intervention support to students reading below grade level proficiency both inside the classroom and in small groups. The role also includes co‑teaching and planning with other teachers to increase the quality and effectiveness of literacy instruction, dramatically improving student learning. We seek educators with a growth mindset, a deep belief in equity, and an openness to learning and growing with like‑minded colleagues to reach the district’s ambitious goals.

• Support the facilitation of weekly common planning time (CPT) meetings to intentionally observe, analyze, refine, and improve teaching and learning, and the advancement of equity for all students.
• Consistently champion and model practices that are culturally and linguistically affirming for peer teachers and students.
• Actively participate in and support the work of the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) to continually develop and implement the instructional vision, measure progress toward school goals, and deploy school‑wide systems and structures to support student learning.
• Create a culture of collaboration and mutual support among peer teachers on the grade‑level team and inspire school‑wide and local support for the district through enthusiasm.
• Possess a deep knowledge of the instructional vision for the district, rigorous grade‑level standards, and adult learning.
• Model and reinforce the consistent implementation of the instructional vision through best practices, including co‑teaching, peer observation, task analysis, and co‑facilitation of professional learning.
• Analyze and incorporate the use of data into the daily life of the grade‑level team, consistently tracking and analyzing a variety of metrics against goals to continually improve teaching and learning.
• Balance the roles of peer‑colleague and team leader while navigating difficult conversations around improvement, bias, and other topics as they surface, drawing on a strong track record of success in urban education.

• Develop strong relationships with students, families, and the school community to adapt practices, materials, and environments that engage, motivate, and facilitate deep learning.
• Design lessons and units using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Understanding by Design (UbD).
• Effectively analyze data to drive decision making and student‑centered learning experiences.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of content/academic area and teaching methodologies/pedagogy.
• Integrate current and emerging technology into teaching.
• Understand students as learners, including diverse characteristics, abilities, and learning styles.
• Help students understand the ways in which the arts contribute to meaning, connect with the entire curriculum, and prepare students for success in school, work, and life.

• Build authentic relationships with students, families, communities, and other staff members to create a learning partnership.
• Communicate effectively and proactively with students, families, and the school community both orally and in writing.
• Collaborate effectively with other staff members to provide integrated support for students.