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Literacy Intervention Specialist

Job in Grandview, Jackson County, Missouri, 64030, USA
Listing for: Care Options for Kids
Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-09-10
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Tutoring, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Elementary School
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 31 - 36 USD Hourly USD 31.00 36.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Literacy Intervention Specialist to provide targeted, research-based reading interventions to students performing below grade level. Under the direction of the Lead Literacy Specialist or School Principal, the Literacy Intervention Specialist will provide 1:1 and small-group instruction using evidence-based literacy practices, including the Science of Reading, phonics instruction, and multi-sensory literacy techniques. This position will monitor student progress, maintain accurate instructional documentation, and collaborate with teachers and interdisciplinary team members to ensure students receive effective, data-driven literacy support.

Reading Specialist Endorsement/Literacy Certification Preferred or In Progress
  • $31-$36/hour
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities
  • Mentorship and clinical supervision
  • Opportunities to gain practicum/clinical hours toward Reading Specialist Endorsement or Literacy Certification
  • Collaborative support from Lead Literacy Specialists and educational professionals
  • Opportunities to work with students through 1:1 and small-group intervention
  • Data-driven instructional support and professional growth opportunities
Experience/Requirements:
  • Experience in classroom teaching or specialized tutoring, preferably in literacy or reading intervention.
  • Experience providing 1:1 or small-group reading instruction preferred.
  • Knowledge of evidence-based literacy practices, including the Science of Reading and phonics instruction.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to collect, analyze, document, and monitor student assessment data.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with students, teachers, administrators, and interdisciplinary team members.
  • Ability to develop and implement individualized literacy intervention plans.
  • Ability to maintain accurate and confidential student records and instructional documentation.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of an RTI/MTSS team.
  • Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work independently while following the direction of supervisory staff.
  • Commitment to supporting students with diverse learning needs and using data to guide instruction.
Education/License/Certification:
  • Master’s degree in Literacy, Reading, or a related Educational field preferred or currently being pursued.
  • Minimum of 1 year of classroom teaching or specialized tutoring experience.
  • Pursuing practicum/clinical hours toward a State Reading Specialist Endorsement or Literacy Certification.
  • Experience or training with diagnostic assessments such as DIBELS, AIMSweb, or MAP preferred.
  • Knowledge of State and Federal education laws and regulations, including IDEA, preferred.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Provide 1:1 and small-group reading interventions for students performing below grade level.
  • Administer and document diagnostic and progress-monitoring assessments.
  • Analyze student data to identify specific literacy needs and instructional gaps.
  • Develop individualized literacy plans in collaboration with the Lead Literacy Specialist and/or Special Education team.
  • Monitor and graph student progress toward literacy benchmarks on a monthly basis.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of intervention sessions and student responses to instruction.
  • Participate in RTI/MTSS meetings to discuss student placement, intervention needs, and progress.
  • Communicate regularly with classroom teachers, supervisory staff, Speech-Language Pathologists, and other interdisciplinary team members.
  • Participate in professional development related to the Science of Reading, phonics, and multi-sensory literacy instruction.
  • Maintain organized instructional materials and a focused learning environment.
  • Supervise Instructional…
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