Smith Station Elementary School Title I Instructional Support Specialist - 26/27 SY

*Advertised salaries are reflective of the 2025-2026 School Year and will be updated after 2026-2027 School Year budget approval.*

Spotsylvania County Public Schools is seeking a Title I Instructional Support Specialist to provide targeted instructional support to classroom teachers to strengthen Tier I instruction and improve student outcomes. This role focuses on implementing high-quality, evidence-based instructional practices, analyzing student data to inform instruction, and supporting professional learning aligned with school improvement goals. Communication and relationship building will be critical to this role as the Specialist works collaboratively with teachers, instructional teams, and administration to promote academic success for all students, especially those at risk of not meeting grade-level standards.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborates with classroom teachers to enhance Tier I instruction through modeling, co-teaching, lesson planning, and instructional coaching
• Leverages data-driven practices to support the implementation of effective instructional strategies in reading, math and/or science
• Demonstrates and models research-based strategies for high-quality literacy, math and science instruction that are aligned with district curriculum and standards
• Analyzes division, school, grade-level, and classroom data to identify trends and make informed instructional decisions
• Provides job-embedded professional development focused on evidence-based instructional practices and differentiation
• Supports teachers with the implementation of division curriculum and creation of reflective pacing guides
• Assists in the development and use of formative assessments to guide instruction and monitor student progress
• Participates in the school’s instructional leadership team and contributes to the school improvement planning process
• Provides support in the integration of technology and digital resources into instruction
• Works closely with curriculum and content specialists, instructional coaches, school administrators, and instructional sta? to promote consistent, aligned instructional practices across all schools
• Maintains accurate records of coaching cycles, teacher collaboration, and student data as required by the Title I program
• Engages in structured coaching cycles with identified teachers to provide focused, job-embedded support in planning and implementing effective Tier I instruction
• Remains current with research and best practices in curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Encourages a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating reflective dialogue among teachers, and leaders

Click here to read the full Job Description for this role. 

Education and Experience:

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Currently possesses a Virginia Collegiate Professional or Postgraduate Professional License within a specific endorsement area(s)
• Successful and transferable experience working with at-risk children in support of their academic achievement

Preferred

• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience (preferably within a Title I school) 
• An acceptable rating of prior teaching experience, as applicable

About Spotsylvania County Public Schools:

Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia. 

So what sets us apart? Choosing SCPS means joining a highly collaborative team of professionals who inspire, challenge and support one another to be their very best everyday. As a team member, you become part of something much bigger - Your success directly influences our student's success. Here, YOU make a difference. 

The financial benefits of working for Spotsylvania County Public Schools include a competitive salary, monthly PTO accrual, robust healthcare benefit plans, enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match, FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and employer paid Life Insurance.

To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools and our teams, please visit our website at https://www.spotsylvania.k12.va.us/.

Employment Terms: Employment may be offered as a 10.5-Month (210 Day), full-time position. The work schedule for this position is 7.5 hours worked per day, excluding lunch. This position is evaluated annually and is grant funded.

Benefits Eligibility: Eligible 

Together, we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the #WeAreSpotsy team.

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Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace. Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made.