Reading Specialist

Reading Specialist

The Reading Specialist at Aspire Living & Learning plays a vital role in improving students’ reading skills through collaboration with, and development of the team at the school.

Trumbull Academy (1 day in Naugatuck)

• M-F 7a-3p

$70,000-$95,000 annually

• Master’s degree in Reading, Literacy, Special Education, or related field.
• Certification as a Reading Specialist and/or Special Education Teacher (as required by state).
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a special education or literacy-focused setting.
• Knowledge of multi-sensory reading programs and strategies tailored to students with learning disabilities.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to inclusive education and differentiated instruction.
• Must have satisfactory background checks.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.