Reading Specialist – Journey Middle School

Reading Specialist – Journey Middle School – 2026-27 School Year

Recruitment began on April 24, 2026 and the job listing expires on July 25, 2026.

Teachers and Specialists are essential to achieving our goals of Thriving Students
, Affirming and Empowering Communities
, and Equitable, Transformative Resources
.

Our ideal candidates are:

• Innovative, self-reflective, collaborative, knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices, and are continually growing and improving
• Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps

Benefits include:

• Strong instructional support and mentoring from building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists
• A wide range of professional development opportunities, including our New Teacher Academy and many other learning experiences held throughout the year for new and experienced teachers
• Competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more
• The opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive community where you can continue to grow as a professional

Situated around beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia – which is consistently ranked among America’s top university towns and best places to live – Albemarle County is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington, DC and 70 miles west of Richmond, it’s only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches, and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away.

Whether it’s the great outdoors, a vibrant and diverse arts, food, and culture scene, or small town living with a big city feel, our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.

• Master’s degree in Education and State certification as a Reading Specialist is required.
• Extensive experience with a focus on literacy instruction.
• Proven success in coaching and mentoring teachers and a strong understanding of literacy assessment tools and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to the unique needs of diverse learners and educational settings.
• More information can be found on the VDOE website.

Position Type: Full-Time

Classroom Teacher >
Middle Grades

Classroom Teacher >
Reading/Literacy

Classroom Teacher >
Science:
General

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Thank you for your interest in Albemarle County Public Schools!