Literacy Specialist SY 26/27

South Burlington School District

About South Burlington School District:

At South Burlington School District, we believe in supporting the whole employee—inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes amazing, competitively priced health insurance, dental coverage, sick time, professional time and other leaves. Additionally, we offer a robust retirement plan which for educators is through VT State Teachers Retirement; and for other staff consists of a 403b plan with up to 6% provided by the district. Employees may also enjoy professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, wellness initiatives, Employee Assistance Programs and meaningful work that directly impacts student success and community growth.

Job Title: Literacy Specialist

Location: Assigned School

Job Group: Educator

Pay Level: Exempt

Reports to: Principal

Summary: Responsible for creating and providing grade appropriate, targeted-intervention programs in literacy that will help learners reach grade level expectations by both push-in and pull-out strategies. Consults with classroom teachers, as appropriate, and provides direct instruction to students. Maintains effective relationships with students, staff, and administrators to enhance learning opportunities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Adapts the curriculum to the needs of each student and provides individualized and small group instruction.
• Assesses and monitors student learning using a variety of methods. Adjusts instruction accordingly to individual student needs.
• Establishes and maintains a positive learning environment based on explicit group norms and strong routines for collaboration.
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, and documents evidence of new learning.
• Identifies student needs and develops strategies for re-teaching and additional support.
• Collaborates with EST Coordinator, classroom teachers, special educators, and instructional support staff in order to provide layered support for students.
• Provides direct instruction in metacognitive skills and self-regulation techniques. Cultivates productive learning dispositions in order to improve students’ academic outcomes.

General Responsibilities: Monitors student discipline through an appropriate classroom management program. Maintains regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule and expectations. Demonstrates ongoing commitment to the District Ends, equity, and inclusion.

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor degree in education. One or more years teaching experience with the assigned age group is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Vermont Teaching License with appropriate endorsements for grade level and subject matter such as in English Language Arts and/or reading Instruction. Training/certification in Orton Gillingham Approach is preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to source and apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs; ability to plan and implement lessons based on school and district objectives and the needs and abilities of assigned students. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students and colleagues. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, relevant educational rules, and Board policies. Must be able to keep high levels of confidentiality in all aspects of job duties.

Why Join SBSD?

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  Supportive colleagues and leadership

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  Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

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  Professional growth and advancement

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  Comprehensive benefits

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  Meaningful work that impacts students daily