Job Opportunity: Reading Interventionist

Location: Washington, DC 

Department: Academics 

Application Deadline: Until filled 

Employment Type: Full-time 

Expected Start Date of Position: August 11, 2024 

Reports to: Principal 

Compensation: Salary starts at $57,000

FLSA Status: Exempt 

About Breakthrough Montessori Public Charter School 

Breakthrough Montessori Public Charter School's mission is to enable children to develop within themselves the power to shape their lives and the world around them.

Founded in 2016, Breakthrough Montessori is a public charter school in Washington, DC. In the 2024-25 school year, we will serve 388 students in PK3 through grade 6. At Breakthrough Montessori PCS, we believe in the unbounded potential of all children. Students of all races, classes, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and backgrounds deserve a personalized education. 

Our school is grounded in an institutional commitment to development, prevention, and community. We support human development through a strict application of the time-tested Montessori instructional model. We support prevention through early learning, support, and intervention, enabling us to quickly and effectively address learning challenges. Finally, we support the community through an intensive approach to family engagement. 

Breakthrough Montessori PCS is committed to equity in all areas of our school's work. We believe in the unbounded potential of all children. Therefore, we are a supportive environment that seeks to employ a diverse staff reflective of all genders, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and backgrounds. 

Breakthrough Montessori PCS is a coaching school; all team members receive and give coaching to support professional growth. 

Position Summary: 

The Literacy Specialist ensures that effective and efficient literacy interventions and support systems are in place to support all students in achieving high academic achievement. The specialist will also assist in creating systems that support quality literacy instruction. The Literacy Specialist will report to the Principal.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 

The Reading Interventionist is a 10-month position. Typical working hours are Mondays from 8:00am-4:30 pm and Tuesday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm. Responsibilities include the following: 

SUPPORT 

• Use most recent knowledge in the field to collaborate with the Academic Team in supporting the use of Montessori materials to drive literacy outcomes for children at all levels, particularly children with lagging skills 
• Work with classroom and student support teams (during PD, Child Study, and office hours) on interpreting individual student literacy assessment scores to determine support strategies as needed. 
• Support Professional Development of BMPCS faculty in the area of literacy. 
• Participate in developing Child Study plans for students with literacy needs, and advise staff around data collection and interventions. 

TEACHING PRACTICE 

• Have/develop a clear understanding of the Montessori philosophy in practice, in particular when it comes to literacy materials and implementation 
• Work with identified children, individually or in small groups, to strengthen literacy skills. 
• Prepare materials and lessons that meet the needs and interests of the children, are appropriate to their development and are based on Montessori philosophy and practice, best educational practices, and utilize the strategies from the agreed upon school-wide structured literacy model. 
• Communicate clearly and accurately with children, conveying clear expectations and managing student behavior positively, respectfully, and effectively. 
• Promote the values contained in the school’s mission statement. 
• Create an emotional climate that is warm and comfortable and in which children feel safe and nurtured and facilitate a cooperative learning community. 

PROFESSIONAL/PERSONAL GROWTH 

• Keep up-to-date on current research on best practices for reading instruction. 
• Set and accomplish realistic and meaningful annual goals in consultation with the literacy Coach/specialist

Required Competencies and Qualifications: 

• Have a firm commitment to upholding the school’s mission and anti-bias/anti-racist pedagogy.

• Commitment to upholding the confidentiality of students and parents
• Proven ability to work as a member of a diverse team of educators 
• Ability to effectively lead and coach teams 
• An ability to consistently and effectively meet schedules and deadlines 
• Communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and consult with teachers and parents 
• Highly organized 

Education and Experience: 

• Experience working with diverse populations of students, parents, and families.
• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master's degree in a relevant field preferred 
• Orton Gillingham training (can be provided by Breakthrough) 
• Experience facilitating targeted small group literacy intervention with primary and elementary aged students 
• Montessori training/experience preferred 

Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance premiums are subsidized by the employer
• Paid time off 
• AFLAC
• Vanguard 403b Plan with employer contributions and matches after one year
• Free parking for staff 
• Employer paid life insurance for $50,000 

For information on Breakthrough Montessori PCS, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at 

www.breakthroughmontessori.org. 

Breakthrough Montessori PCS is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.