Reading Specialist

Position Details

• Position Type:
  Educational Specialist Position/ Reading Specialist
• Date Posted: 6/30/2026
• Closing Date: 07/14/2026

At the present time, anticipated vacancies for full‑time Reading Specialists for the 26‑27 school year exist within the Division of Student Services of the Chester County Intermediate Unit.

We strive to hire exceptional and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond.

The Reading Specialist develops and implements an individual and/or small group instructional program for students based on data gathered through reading evaluations, observation, teacher input, and parent/guardian input. The Reading Specialist designs prescriptive and intentional reading instruction that drives the attainment of student achievement outcomes, monitors student progress, and communicates this information to the classroom teacher, administration, IEP Team or 504 Team, and parents/guardians.

• Bachelor's degree in special education or general education required
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• Wilson training preferred
  , Wilson Certification preferred
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• Master's degree in reading preferred
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• 3 years teaching experience required
  , experience teaching reading preferred
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• Valid PA Reading Specialist certification required
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• Valid PA Special Education teaching certification preferred
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• Current, within one year, police, child abuse & FBI Fingerprint clearances required
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• Design and implement developmentally appropriate literacy instruction rooted in best practices.
• Provide direct instruction in the areas of reading and writing to students individually or in a small group format.
• Provide literacy instruction and support to students with disabilities in accordance with their individualized education program (IEP).
• Implement a wide range of evidence‑based programs with fidelity according to program guidelines and individual student needs.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials to address students' individual needs.
• Maintain an organized system and accessible location for the storage and circulation of reading and writing materials.
• Support executive functioning needs for students by designing coherent processes in the primary areas of organization, planning, processing, initiating, and completing assigned tasks.
• Work cooperatively with intermediate unit, school district, public charter and/or nonpublic staff, including special education teachers, general education teachers, pupil services staff, related service providers, and outside agencies to coordinate student programs and provide appropriate support.
• Collect and analyze progress monitoring data and prepare appropriate progress monitoring reports and evaluation report summaries according to required timelines.
• Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary evaluation team and/or IEP team to review student progress based on delivery of reading specialist services.
• Lead professional development to professional staff and support staff regarding best practices in the area of literacy development and teaching methodologies.
• Provide leadership and expertise in the area of literacy development and curriculum selection.
• Assist in the selection of appropriate materials utilized by the classroom teacher.
• Participate in interagency meetings when necessary.
• Coordinate requests for direct services with referring district or school.
• Log student support services according to the identified frequency and duration.
• Create and manage individual schedule of student services on caseload.
• Attend department meetings and professional development.
• Adhere to intermediate policies and procedures.
• Adhere to professional, ethical, and legal standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Instructional I: $62,155 - $89,730
• Instructional II: $64,834 - $93,324
• Master's Degree: $69,353 - $101,911
• Master's + 15: $72,740 - $105,924
• Master's + 30: $74,415 - $107,845

Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours per day for 194 days based school calendar.

Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. The Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non‑certified employees. Individuals needing assistance making an application may contact the Department of Human Resources at 484‑237‑5085.