| Reading Specialist |
| GENERAL INFORMATION |
| Title: Reading Specialist |
Department: Teaching and Learning, School-Based |
Salary: 10M Teacher Pay Scale
FLSA Status: Exempt |
| Site/Location: Dunbar Middle School |
Reports to: Building Administrator and Division Literacy Supervisor |
Date: 06/08/2026 |
| POSITION SUMMARY |
|
The Middle School Reading Specialist collaborates with school-based teams to provide targeted literacy intervention to students in Grades 6–8. Using evidence-based practices aligned to the Science of Reading, the specialist supports implementation of Student Reading Plans (SRPs), delivers small-group intervention, monitors student progress, and contributes to schoolwide literacy initiatives under the Virginia Literacy Act (VLA).
|
|
| ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS |
- Collaborates to create and implement Student Reading Plans (SRPs) for students identified as needing additional reading support through the Virginia Language and Literacy Screening System (VALLSS).
- Delivers small-group and one-on-one instruction to identified students, using Board-approved supplemental and intervention programs.
- Conducts ongoing progress monitoring using diagnostic screeners; documents and shares student growth through regular updates.
- Collaborates with classroom teachers, special educators, English learner teachers, and MTSS teams to support instructional alignment and coordinate intervention scheduling.
- Engages families with regular updates and provides home support strategies.
- Participates in literacy-related PLCs and supports professional learning by modeling and co-planning effective literacy practices.
- Creates opportunities for stakeholders to gain knowledge of the Science of Reading.
- Upholds fidelity of implementation for all instructional materials and strategies aligned with the Science of Reading.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
|
| LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES |
Personal Competencies
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
|
Leadership Competencies
- Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
|
Functional Competencies
- Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Communications Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Mathematical Skills
- Reasoning Ability
|
| EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE |
- Valid Virginia teaching license with Reading Specialist endorsement (or eligibility for provisional endorsement via microcredential pathway) required.
- Background in middle school education and familiarity with VDOE-approved intervention tools preferred.
|
| KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES |
- Candidate must possess leadership and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with all stakeholders.
|
| SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY |
|
|
| TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS |
- Occasional travel between school sites and professional learning locations may be required.
|
| WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS |
|
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
Under ADA compliance, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, sit, walk, talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
|
|
| OTHER DUTIES |
| Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. |
| AAP/EEO STATEMENT |
| LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. |
| SALARY: |
Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales. |
| DAYS: |
200 |
| START DATE: |
2026-2027 |
|
Demo