Vacancy (2026-2027), Reading Specialist - Cassell Elementary School

Vacancy 2026-27:  Reading Specialist - Cassell Elementary School                 

Reports To:         Principal   

FLSA Status:       Exempt

2026-2027 Salary Scales

SUMMARY

Teaches elementary school students reading and literacy-focused instruction and remediation. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reliable attendance and prompt arrival time;

• Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school;
• Demonstrates knowledge of developmental reading, PALS Assessments, data disaggregation and differentiation strategies;
• Provides staff development and is a building leader in reading instruction;

• Lectures, demonstrates, and uses audiovisual teaching aids to present subject matter to class;

• Prepares, administers, and corrects tests, and records results;

• Assigns lessons, corrects papers, and hears oral presentations;

• Teaches rules of conduct;

• Maintains order in classroom and on playground;

• Maintains a safe environment for children at all times;

• Counsels pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise;

• Discusses pupils' academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements with parents;

• Keeps attendance and grade records as required by school;

• Coordinates class field trips;

• Works cooperatively with the total staff;

• Assumes responsibility for the care of materials, equipment, and facilities;

• Assumes responsibility for a neat, safe environment for students committed to their care;

• Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students;

• Encourages self-direction and self-motivation in students;

• Demonstrates knowledge of the subject being taught;

• Exhibits evidence of effective lesson plans;

• Utilizes a variety of appropriate materials and resources;

• Other duties assigned by principal.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from four-year accredited college or university; Master's Degree in Reading/ Reading Endorsement.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid certification to meet State requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.

Applicant who has had teaching experience must have an acceptable rating for such teaching.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at  normal spoken word levels. Employee  is frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel; also reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

Evidence of fitness to teach from the standpoint of health may be required from a qualified physician.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of personnel.