Part-time Elementary School Reading Interventionist

Warwick Community School and District Vision The Warwick Community Elementary School & District are committed to providing an innovative, engaging, and hands-on education to its students. Through nature-centered, place- and project-based learning, students study in and about the environment on our 25-acre woodland campus. Students learn to think critically and develop solutions for challenges faced both in Warwick and around the globe, particularly those related to the environment and social justice. Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated part-time Reading Interventionist to provide high-quality reading instruction and targeted interventions for elementary students who need additional support in literacy. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with classroom teachers, special educators, and support staff to design and deliver evidence-based reading instruction aligned with the Science of Reading, the University of Florida Literacy Initiative (UFLI), and our district’s educational philosophy. Key Responsibilities Provide small-group and individual reading instruction targeted to students’ specific learning needs, utilizing proven evidence-based practices such as Orton-Gillingham principles, UFLI Foundations lessons, SPIRE, LIPS, Lively Letters, Heggarty, Wilson, and/or other evidence-based materials and practices.​ Administer and interpret assessments, including DIBELS, to identify students in need of intervention and monitor their progress.​ Analyze assessment data and design effective intervention plans. Develop and implement lesson plans focused on foundational reading skills—phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Maintain detailed records of student progress, instructional plans, and communication with staff and families. Participate in multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and student support team meetings to ensure coordinated literacy intervention. Model effective reading strategies and differentiated instruction for teachers and staff. Communicate proactively with parents and caregivers about student growth, strategies for support at home, and progress towards literacy benchmarks. When appropriate, integrate literacy instruction with Warwick’s nature-based and place-based learning model. Engage in ongoing professional development related to structured literacy, UFLI, DIBELS, and culturally responsive teaching practices. Required Qualifications Massachusetts Reading Specialist License. Proven track record of improving students’ reading achievement through evidence-based interventions.​ Bachelor’s degree in Education, Literacy, Reading, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. Expertise with the University of Florida Literacy Initiative (UFLI) and foundational reading instruction programs.​ Experience administering, interpreting, and using DIBELS data for instructional planning.​ Knowledge of structured literacy approaches for students with dyslexia or related needs.​ Preferred Qualifications Experience as a classroom teacher. Familiarity with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and data-driven instruction. Experience supporting mixed-age or multi-level learning environments. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Deep understanding of reading development, assessment, and intervention techniques. Ability to collaborate effectively with educators, families, and support staff. Strong organizational and data management skills. Capacity for creative, flexible application of literacy strategies across classroom and outdoor environments. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive instruction. Other Characteristics Enthusiasm for supporting a community of readers and lifelong learners. Self-reflective and receptive to feedback for continuous professional growth. Professional demeanor and adherence to ethical standards. Reliability, punctuality, and strong sense of responsibility. Unique to Warwick Community School Ability to provide reading instruction that aligns with our nature-based, place-based, and project-based learning approach. Commitment to collaborative, mixed-age instruction that values student voice and exploration. Willingness to engage in outdoor literacy activities. Salary and benefits Salaries and benefits are competitive with local districts and commensurate with qualifications and experience. To Apply Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to Stephen Stroud, Principal, at sstroud@warwick-k12.us . Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background check and fingerprinting required for all new hires. The Warwick School Committee is committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention, or other personnel actions affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore, the Warwick Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to (and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on) any characteristic protected by Federal, State, or Local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.