Reading Interventionist - Desert Willow

Position: Reading Interventionist - Desert Willow (11789)
Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Elementary Reading Interventionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for literacy and a strong commitment to helping students develop essential reading skills. As a Reading Interventionist, you will work closely with students, teachers, and families to identify reading challenges and implement targeted interventions to support student success.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Education, Literacy, Special Education, or related field (Master's degree preferred).

* Valid teaching certification or licensure.

* Must have three years of instructional experience

* Must have a K-5 or K-8 Reading Endorsement(or equivalent)

* Proven experience in literacy instruction, reading intervention, or related fields.

* Knowledge of literacy assessments, diagnostic tools, and intervention strategies.

* Strong understanding of the science of reading, reading theories, and instructional methodologies.

* Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to establish rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.

* Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in education.

Responsibilities

* Assessment and Diagnosis:

* Conduct assessments to identify students' reading levels, strengths, and areas for improvement.

* Analyze assessment data to develop individualized intervention plans for students.

* Intervention Planning and Implementation:

* Design and implement evidence-based interventions to support students' reading fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary development.

* Provide differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, including English language learners and students with special needs.

* Collaborate with classroom teachers to align intervention strategies with classroom instruction and curriculum standards.

* Progress Monitoring and Data Analysis:

* Monitor student progress through ongoing assessment and data collection.

* Analyze student data to measure growth, adjust intervention plans, and make instructional decisions.

* Communicate student progress to teachers, administrators, and parents through regular progress reports and meetings.

* Small Group and Individual Instruction:

* Conduct small group and one-on-one reading sessions to provide targeted support and personalized instruction.

* Use a variety of instructional techniques, materials, and resources to engage students and promote literacy development.

* Professional Development and

Collaboration:

* Stay current with best practices in literacy instruction, research, and intervention strategies.

* Participate in professional development opportunities, workshops, and training sessions related to reading intervention.

* Collaborate with colleagues to share resources, discuss student progress, and coordinate instructional strategies across grade levels and content areas.