What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long Term Substitute Reading Specialist (December 2025-February 2026) position at Arlington Public Schools (MA)?
This is a long term substitute position to fill in for a Reading Teacher who will be on a leave of absence.
The preferred candidate will possess a K-12 Reading License, and Orton Gillingham or Wilson Certification, as well as familiarity with other reading programs.
Candidates should also have experience supporting students in need of reading support at the elementary school level.
The duties of the position consist of working with students in need of reading intervention services in grades K-5 in a push in and/or pull out setting; either 1:1 or in small groups. This teacher may also support students in the classroom and work in collaboration with classroom teachers and special educators.
The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.
The preferred candidate will possess a K-12 Reading License, and Orton Gillingham or Wilson Certification, as well as familiarity with other reading programs.
Candidates should also have experience supporting students in need of reading support at the elementary school level.
The duties of the position consist of working with students in need of reading intervention services in grades K-5 in a push in and/or pull out setting; either 1:1 or in small groups. This teacher may also support students in the classroom and work in collaboration with classroom teachers and special educators.
The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.
