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Chester County Intermediate Unit
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Chester County Intermediate Unit is Hiring a Reading Specialist- Full-time - IU Countywide Near Downingtown, PA

    JobID: 3206
    Position Type:
    Educational Specialist Position/Reading Specialist
    Date Posted:
    2/21/2024
    Location:
    IU Countywide
    Closing Date:
    03/05/2024
    At the present time, a vacancy for a full-time Reading Specialists for the 23-24 school year exists within the Division of Student Services of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. This position will work countywide.
    Are you motivated to create brighter futures for students, families, and the entire community? If so, we want you on Team CCIU! At the CCIU, we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication, and collaborative spirit that our employees bring to their work every day, and we know that achieving success together takes a team approach!
    We strive to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond.
    If you are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don't wait – apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!
    Summary of Position:
    The Reading Specialist develops and implements an individual and/or small group instructional program for students based on data gathered through reading evaluations, observation, teacher input, and parent/guardian input. The Reading Specialist is charged with designing prescriptive and intentional reading instruction that is driving the attainment of student achievement outcomes. The Reading Specialist will monitor the students' progress and communicate this information to the classroom teacher, administration, IEP Team or 504 Team, and parents/guardians.
    Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in special education or general education required
    • Wllson training required, Wilson Certification preferred
    • Master's degree in reading preferred
    • 3 years teaching experience required, experience teaching reading preferred
    • Valid PA Reading Specialist certification required
    • Valid PA Special Education teaching certification preferred
    • Current, within one year, police, child abuse & FBI Fingerprint clearances required
    Duties & Responsibilities:
    • Design and implement developmentally appropriate literacy instruction rooted in best practices.
    • Provide direct instruction in the areas of reading and writing to students individually or in a small group format.
    • Provides literacy instruction and support to students with disabilities in accordance with their individualized education program (IEP).
    • Implements a wide range of evidenced-based programs with fidelity according to program guidelines and individual student needs.
    • Develops lesson plans and instructional materials to address students' individual needs.
    • Maintains an organized system and accessible location for the storage and circulation of reading and writing materials.
    • Supports executive functioning needs for students by designing coherent processes in the primary areas of organization, planning, processing, initiating, and completing assigned tasks.
    • Works cooperatively with intermediate unit, school district, public charter and/or nonpublic staff, including special education teachers, general education teachers, pupil services staff, and related service providers, and outside agencies to coordinate student's program and provide appropriate level of support.
    • Collects and analyzes progress monitoring data and prepares appropriate progress monitoring reports and evaluation report summaries according to required timelines.
    • Serves as a member of the Multidisciplinary evaluation team and/or IEP team to review student progress based on delivery of reading specialist services.
    • Leads professional development to professional staff and support staff in regards to best practices in the area of literacy development and teaching methodologies.
    • Provides leadership and expertise in the area of literacy development and curriculum selection.
    • Assists in the selection of appropriate materials utilized by the classroom teacher.
    • Participates in interagency meetings when necessary.
    • Coordinates requests for direct services with referring district or school.
    • Logs student support services according to the identified frequency and duration.
    • Creates and manages individual schedule of student services on caseload.
    • Attends department meetings and professional development.
    • Adheres to intermediate policies and procedures.
    • Adheres to professional, ethical, and legal standards.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    Salary Range (based on 2023-2024 schedule):
    • Instructional I: $54,981- $86,531
    • Instructional II: $57,379 - $89,997
    • Master's Degree: $61,041 - $98,278
    • Master's 15: $63,691 - $102,147
    • Master's 30: $65,079 - $103,999
    Schedule:
    Monday - Friday
    7.5 hours per day for 194-days based school calendar
    AA
    Equal Opportunity Employer
    Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.
    JobID: 3206
    Position Type:
    Educational Specialist Position/Reading Specialist
    Date Posted:
    2/21/2024
    Location:
    IU Countywide
    Closing Date:
    03/05/2024
    At the present time, a vacancy for a full-time Reading Specialists for the 23-24 school year exists within the Division of Student Services of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. This position will work countywide.
    Are you motivated to create brighter futures for students, families, and the entire community? If so, we want you on Team CCIU! At the CCIU, we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication, and collaborative spirit that our employees bring to their work every day, and we know that achieving success together takes a team approach!
    We strive to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond.
    If you are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don't wait – apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!
    Summary of Position:
    The Reading Specialist develops and implements an individual and/or small group instructional program for students based on data gathered through reading evaluations, observation, teacher input, and parent/guardian input. The Reading Specialist is charged with designing prescriptive and intentional reading instruction that is driving the attainment of student achievement outcomes. The Reading Specialist will monitor the students' progress and communicate this information to the classroom teacher, administration, IEP Team or 504 Team, and parents/guardians.
    Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in special education or general education required
    • Wllson training required, Wilson Certification preferred
    • Master's degree in reading preferred
    • 3 years teaching experience required, experience teaching reading preferred
    • Valid PA Reading Specialist certification required
    • Valid PA Special Education teaching certification preferred
    • Current, within one year, police, child abuse & FBI Fingerprint clearances required
    Duties & Responsibilities:
    • Design and implement developmentally appropriate literacy instruction rooted in best practices.
    • Provide direct instruction in the areas of reading and writing to students individually or in a small group format.
    • Provides literacy instruction and support to students with disabilities in accordance with their individualized education program (IEP).
    • Implements a wide range of evidenced-based programs with fidelity according to program guidelines and individual student needs.
    • Develops lesson plans and instructional materials to address students' individual needs.
    • Maintains an organized system and accessible location for the storage and circulation of reading and writing materials.
    • Supports executive functioning needs for students by designing coherent processes in the primary areas of organization, planning, processing, initiating, and completing assigned tasks.
    • Works cooperatively with intermediate unit, school district, public charter and/or nonpublic staff, including special education teachers, general education teachers, pupil services staff, and related service providers, and outside agencies to coordinate student's program and provide appropriate level of support.
    • Collects and analyzes progress monitoring data and prepares appropriate progress monitoring reports and evaluation report summaries according to required timelines.
    • Serves as a member of the Multidisciplinary evaluation team and/or IEP team to review student progress based on delivery of reading specialist services.
    • Leads professional development to professional staff and support staff in regards to best practices in the area of literacy development and teaching methodologies.
    • Provides leadership and expertise in the area of literacy development and curriculum selection.
    • Assists in the selection of appropriate materials utilized by the classroom teacher.
    • Participates in interagency meetings when necessary.
    • Coordinates requests for direct services with referring district or school.
    • Logs student support services according to the identified frequency and duration.
    • Creates and manages individual schedule of student services on caseload.
    • Attends department meetings and professional development.
    • Adheres to intermediate policies and procedures.
    • Adheres to professional, ethical, and legal standards.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    Salary Range (based on 2023-2024 schedule):
    • Instructional I: $54,981- $86,531
    • Instructional II: $57,379 - $89,997
    • Master's Degree: $61,041 - $98,278
    • Master's 15: $63,691 - $102,147
    • Master's 30: $65,079 - $103,999
    Schedule:
    Monday - Friday
    7.5 hours per day for 194-days based school calendar
    AA
    Equal Opportunity Employer
    Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

SALARY

$49k-82k (estimate)

POST DATE

05/07/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

06/24/2024

WEBSITE

cciu.org

HEADQUARTERS

Downingtown, PA

SIZE

1,000 - 3,000

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