Reading Interventionist Bilingual Endorsement

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Starting Date: To Be Determined

Portales Municipal Schools seeks a Reading Interventionist with Bilingual Endorsement to provide targeted, research-based reading and writing instruction to students needing additional literacy support. The employee will collaborate with classroom teachers, administrators, the District Literacy Coach, and Federal Programs staff to improve student achievement and support district literacy goals. Depending on district needs, the employee may be assigned to bilingual classroom teaching or reading intervention services and must be available to transition between these assignments when needed.

Licensure Requirement:

• Valid New Mexico teaching license appropriate to the position.
• Current bilingual/dual-language endorsement or other appropriate bilingual licensure or authorization as required by the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED).

This position is open until filled.

• Provide effective, research-based reading and writing instruction to students identified as needing additional literacy support.
• Provide bilingual or dual-language classroom instruction, as assigned, using approved curriculum and appropriate instructional strategies.
• Assess students, identify instructional needs, establish appropriate instructional groups, and use assessment data to guide instruction.
• Monitor and document student progress and maintain accurate student, assessment, and program records required for instructional planning and district, state, and federal compliance.
• Plan and implement lessons and interventions that address individual student needs and promote literacy growth.
• Establish and maintain a positive, safe, and supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement and achievement.
• Communicate with parents, students, teachers, and district personnel regarding student needs, progress, and strategies to support literacy development at school and home.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, the District Literacy Coach, administrators, and Federal Programs staff to coordinate interventions and support district literacy initiatives.
• Participate in professional development, coaching, curriculum planning, staff meetings, and other activities related to instructional improvement.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable laws, New Mexico standards, district curriculum requirements, policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, flexibility, and effective working relationships with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
• Be available to transfer between bilingual classroom teaching and reading interventionist assignments as directed by the District based on student, staffing, or program needs, including assignment to other district campuses or work locations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or superintendent.

• Assist with curriculum review, implementation, and the selection of instructional strategies and resources that support literacy development.
• Provide parents and families with appropriate resources and strategies to reinforce reading and writing skills at home.
• Support district literacy initiatives and participate in activities designed to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.
• Complete additional reports, documentation, and program-related responsibilities as required by the District.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Current New Mexico teaching license appropriate to the position.
• Current bilingual/dual-language endorsement or other appropriate bilingual licensure or authorization as required by NMPED.
• Knowledge of reading and writing instruction, literacy intervention, student assessment, and instructional strategies.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish as required by the position.
• Ability to analyze student performance data, maintain accurate records, collaborate with colleagues, and respond to diverse student learning needs.
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