Special Education Teacher and Reading Specialist

Responsibilities: •Create and implement engaging needs-based lessons for multiple reading groups and individual students •Administer screening, progress monitoring, diagnostic and outcomes measures •Work with teachers on the administration and interpretation of assessment data to determine adequate progress or those in need of interventions of varying intensity, as well as a grouping for small, needs-based groups, as part of differentiated core instruction •Administer and interpret in-depth diagnostic measures or additional assessments commonly used in the school •Assist in the analysis of school-wide literacy strengths and weaknesses and formulate plans to improve student achievement in reading and teaching effectiveness •Create an atmosphere of trust and collaboration among staff to promote professional growth and accelerate the reading achievement of all students •Collaborate with colleagues and the school community to enhance the teaching profession •Maintain confidentiality of all student information for the purpose of protecting students, staff, parents, and the District •Communicate with parents and school counselors regarding student progress •Participate in curriculum and other programs within the school and/or on a district level •Participate in faculty meetings and on committees •May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and monitor standardized tests •Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or necessary

Salary : $56,177 - $100,275