Reading Interventionist - Desert Willow (11789)

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Elementary Reading Interventionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for literacy and a strong commitment to helping students develop essential reading skills. As a Reading Interventionist, you will work closely with students, teachers, and families to identify reading challenges and implement targeted interventions to support student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Literacy, Special Education, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Valid teaching certification or licensure.
• Must have three years of instructional experience
• Must have a K-5 or K-8 Reading Endorsement(or equivalent)
• Proven experience in literacy instruction, reading intervention, or related fields.
• Knowledge of literacy assessments, diagnostic tools, and intervention strategies.
• Strong understanding of the science of reading, reading theories, and instructional methodologies.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in education.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and Diagnosis:
• • Conduct assessments to identify students' reading levels, strengths, and areas for improvement.
  • Analyze assessment data to develop individualized intervention plans for students.
• Intervention Planning and Implementation:
• • Design and implement evidence-based interventions to support students' reading fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary development.
  • Provide differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, including English language learners and students with special needs.
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to align intervention strategies with classroom instruction and curriculum standards.
• Progress Monitoring and Data Analysis:
• • Monitor student progress through ongoing assessment and data collection.
  • Analyze student data to measure growth, adjust intervention plans, and make instructional decisions.
  • Communicate student progress to teachers, administrators, and parents through regular progress reports and meetings.
• Small Group and Individual Instruction:
• • Conduct small group and one-on-one reading sessions to provide targeted support and personalized instruction.
  • Use a variety of instructional techniques, materials, and resources to engage students and promote literacy development.
• Professional Development and Collaboration:
• • Stay current with best practices in literacy instruction, research, and intervention strategies.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities, workshops, and training sessions related to reading intervention.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to share resources, discuss student progress, and coordinate instructional strategies across grade levels and content areas.