Reading/Social Studies Specialist
Job in
Riverdale, Cook County, Illinois, 60827, USA
Listed on 2026-02-17
Listing for:
Illinois Association Of School
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Special Education Teacher
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Duties
Location:
Division of Academic Services
Job Group:
Teacher/11-Months
Reports to:
Executive Academic Services
Summary of
Position Responsibilities:
The Reading/Social Content Studies Specialist will be responsible for working with the Executive Director of Curriculum, principals, coaches/interventionist and teachers to oversee and support the implementation of the district's literacy action plan.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Support all students graduating college and career
* Work closely with the Executive Director, Principals, Coaches and teachers to review, analyze, and present student literacy assessment data
* Assist in identifying school-based literacy goals
* Improve our Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) for
* Design professional development opportunities in the use of a standards of practice framework for literacy/social studies instruction, progress monitoring and horizontal and vertical curriculum alignment.
* Actively strive for cultural competence and equity in curriculum, instruction and assessment
* ? Effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisor, staff and
* Model use of a standards of practice framework during literacy instruction
* Model high-quality first instruction in classrooms, based on annual literacy goals
* Facilitate instructional practice, data management, and scheduling to meet MTSS and school improvement goals.
* Perform assigned responsibilities within designated time limits
* Write routine reports and
* Maintain positive professional interactions with students and other education personnel
* Maintain confidentiality regarding student records, as well as student's personal and family matters
* Follow school district's policies and procedures
* Perform such other tasks and assume other responsibilities as the supervisor may
Qualifications
Qualification Requirements:
The requirements listed are typical of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or
Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, required. Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction preferred. Teaching experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Holds IL Professional Educators License with endorsement in either:
Reading/ELA, Social Studies, or Reading Specialist.
Salary/Benefits
Compensation:
As per Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
Email Address
RWILLIAMS
School District
Calumet Public School District 132
Position Website
ILearn Link
ILearn
Report Card Link
District Report Card
Job Posting Date
1/26/2026
Start Date
N/A
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