Reading Specialist PA, York, York School District
Listed on 2026-02-12
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
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Req Number SCH-25-00008
Number of Openings 1
Shift Days
Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
Location York City School District
Category School Sites
Description
Pay Rate: $30.00/hour * Hours: 15 hours per week * Schedule: Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30AM-3:00PM, except for early dismissal or parent-teacher conference days. Includes full days of professional development. * Supervisor: Director of Educational Services * Location: York City School District
For the school year, the program runs from August 2025, through the end of May 2026. (Not to exceed 166 days of instruction). Position is contingent upon contract renewal from year to year.
The Reading Specialist works with first through seventh grade students in small groups to improve their reading skills. The goal is to help those struggling below their grade level to increase their literacy to grade level or above.
Position Requirements
General Requirements
Candidate must enjoy being a team player and providing excellent care and service to a diverse population. The candidate should have the ability to interact with staff, families and students in a manner that demonstrates respect and dignity, and the ability to solve problems in a professional manner.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in education (or a related degree)
- Must have a PA Reading Specialist Certificate
- Knowledge or experience in best practice literacy concepts
- Candidate must have current (within 3 years) PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal History Clearance, FBI Fingerprint Clearance, Act 168 Clearance (if applicable), and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direction and guidance of the Director of Educational Services and the classroom teacher, the Reading Specialist has the following duties:
- Instruct small group literacy lessons with students.
- Assist teacher in presentation of the grade level curriculum.
- Keep accurate records of all student and parent contacts.
- Provide support for emotional needs of students.
- Collect, analyze, and maintain accurate records of student progress using screening (DIBELS, Progress monitoring, etc.) and formative assessments.
- Assist with individual assessment of students.
- Attend workshops or professional development in best practices in literacy.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to waist level and be able to bend, squat, and kneel occasionally.
- Must be able to reach, lift, and stretch throughout the workday.
- Must be able to stand and/or walk up to four hours at a time.
- Must be able to sit for up to four hours at a time
This position is currently accepting applications.
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