Reading Olympics Advisor

Applications will be accepted from Wednesday, July 1, 2026 12:00 AM to Friday, July 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time).

Date of Posting:
July 1, 2026

Number of Units: 2 per position

Location:
Elementary Schools

Number of Positions: 2 per school

Job Description: The Reading Olympics is an annual academic competition that encourages students to read more and develop critical thinking and teamwork skills.

Effective: 2026 – 2027 School Year

• Experience: Prior experience in teaching students to read and organizing and supervising elementary/middle/high school age students.
• Skills: Organization, written and verbal communication, and supervision and management of students.
• Education: Valid PA teaching certificate.

• Coordinating books: Meeting with the team to ensure students are reading all the books before the competition.
• Secure texts that align with competition guidelines.
• Preparing the team: Practicing competition protocol, creating questions, and holding book discussions.
• Organize and conduct regular practice sessions for students participating in the Reading Olympics.
• Create questions based on identified texts to better prepare participants.
• Preview all resources before using them with students to ensure they are appropriate.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback and support as needed.
• Deliver an information session to potential participants.
• Arranging transportation: Scheduling and arranging transportation to and from the event.
• Supervising the team: Accompanying the team to the event and supervising them.
• Ensure students have signed permission slips and provide ongoing communication with families.
• Chaperone your team on the night of the event.
• Communicating with students and staff: Communicating with students, teachers, and the Reading Olympics staff, as required.
• Encouraging parents: Encouraging parents to support at‑home reading, attend the event, and serve as escorts.
• Foster a positive and encouraging atmosphere that promotes a love of reading.
• Other duties as assigned by Administration.
• Has read and understands obligations as outlined in MNSD School Board Policies.

Clearances: In accordance with school code Act 24 and all related clearances.

MNSD Supplementary Contract Unit Values

Interested candidates should submit an online application.

The Marple Newtown School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, ancestry, disability, or other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964;
Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972;
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries may be directed to Human Resources at 610‑359‑4361.

Marple Newtown School District
36 Media Line Road
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Phone: 610‑359‑4380
Fax: 610‑356‑8947
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