Reading Intervention Teacher

Overview

Position Title:

Reading Intervention Teacher

Location:

L.E. Berger Elementary School

Department:
Curriculum & Instruction

Reports To:

Building Principal

Term:
Contracted for remainder of  school year

Schedule:

Mon-Fri Full-time

Salary:
Positions follows the  Teacher Salary Schedule

Date of last review:
October 2025

The Reading Intervention Teacher creates an engaging, nurturing, and safe learning environment that supports learners’ physical, social, emotional wellbeing; provides instruction, future-ready skills, knowledge, and dispositions to be compassionate, lifelong-learners, and contributing citizens in a rapidly changing world.

To Apply: Please complete the application and include up-to-date, relevant submissions of your resume, letter of interest, and three letters of recommendation. Include transcripts and a copy of your licensure through ESPB, if available.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and requirement satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Collaboration:
  
  Develops positive, effective working relationships with learners and staff; engages with district staff in professional learning communities; supports classroom teachers in collaboration of activities to support all learners; serves as a resource and support person for learners in multi-tiered systems of support for reading; develops instructional materials and coordinates the delivery of instruction by support staff.
• Communication:
  Demonstrates exemplary classroom reading instruction; shares ideas clearly and in formats appropriate for diverse audiences; establishes procedures and routines that promote efficiency; communicates instructional purpose and connects to prior learning; engages learners in meaningful direct instruction, guided practice, and independent practice; uses questions and dialogue to promote critical thinking about diverse perspectives.
• Compassion:
  Seeks to understand others; empowers learners to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic learners, and ethical users of information; understands cultural and global issues relevant to learners.
• Creativity:
  Collaborates with team members to improve learner and employee experience; applies creative and critical thinking to challenges; designs assessments aligned to standards with frequent authentic opportunities; fosters a growth-minded culture.
• Critical Thinking:
  Analyzes information to generate new knowledge; connects content knowledge to pedagogy to develop learner skills.
• Reflection:
  Understands diverse social, emotional, and developmental needs of learners; maintains communication with supervisor regarding feedback and growth opportunities.
• Resilience:
  Maintains composure under stress; proactively seeks resolutions and addresses knowledge gaps.
• Responsibility:
  Utilizes district curriculum and proficiency scales; analyzes learner data for reflection and improvement; plans programs meeting learner needs; follows district behavioral plans; maintains a safe and equitable learning environment; tracks learner progress; understands applicable laws; communicates clear objectives for lessons and units.

• North Dakota Teaching License with appropriate accreditation to teach grades PK-3 or K-8/1-8
• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education
• Prior experience developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs); managing complex learner behaviors; in a Special Education classroom; and prior teaching experience in an elementary school setting is preferred

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondences in English
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally, expressively, and reactively

• Exercise confidentiality, discretion, and good judgment
• Adhere to the assigned work schedule with regular and punctual attendance

• None

The West Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other protected status by law. External applicants may be eligible for ND Veteran’s Preference.

Applicants are encouraged to apply and the district supports diversity, equity, and inclusivity in hiring practices.