Davenport Community Schools is Hiring a Title I Reading Interventionist – .50 FTE Near Davenport, IA
JobID: 9484
Position Type: Early Childhood/Elementary School Teaching/Reading Specialist
Date Posted: 6/2/2022
Location: Washington Elementary
Date Available: August 2022 Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)
Provide Tier 3 literacy instruction for scholars in grades K-6
Strong ability to adapt instruction and lessons based on individual scholar needs
Provide rigorous instruction using district supported curriculum (95% Group PLL (Phonics Lesson Library), 95% Phonological Awareness, Kilpatrick, and Orton-Gillingham with fidelity.
Follows the Intervention Systems guide for program fidelity and when adding intensifications to interventions.
Actively participate in the monthly District Reading Interventionists CTT meetings and weekly google classroom CTT prompts.
Provide ongoing progress monitoring data and assessment information to classroom teachers, SIT team, and administration
Engaged member of the building SIT team
Collaborates weekly with a literacy coach and/or innovator on Progress Monitoring data and intervention effectiveness.
Create and maintain positive learning environments contributing to a positive climate and culture consistent with PBIS.
Ability to take initiative and direction from elementary program director and other curriculum supports
Maintain confidentiality at all times in regards to parent and scholar interactions
Successful candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse scholarsand their families to ensure that each scholar reaches his/her full potential.
Strong collaboration skills; facilitates and designs effective team work.
Utilizes available technology to engage scholars in high academic rigor
Punctual and consistent attendance record
Other duties as assigned based on District needs
Endorsement:[148] K-8 Reading OR [176] K-12 Reading Specialist
Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV Yes No)
Able to walk up and down stairs
Able to lift 50lbs
Able to stand for long periods of time
Able to be outside for long periods of time
Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)
Reference from building principal or administrative leader