Middle School Literacy Interventionist (2027-2028 School Year)

DSST Public Schools•Denver, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

DSST Public Schools is hiring a full-time, in-person Middle School Literacy Interventionist for the 2027–28 school year at locations across Denver and Aurora, Colorado. The position serves students in grades 6–8 and begins in late July 2027 with new staff training. The role provides targeted small-group reading instruction using the Really Great Reading curriculum, focusing on foundational skills such as phonics, fluency, and comprehension. Interventionists typically teach 3–4 groups daily, with approximately 6–10 students per group, and use diagnostic assessments and progress monitoring to tailor instruction and track growth. The role also involves collaborating with classroom teachers, supporting students and families, and taking part in coaching, professional development, and school community initiatives. The position is full-time, school-year, benefits-eligible, exempt, and in person. Salary is $60,000–$78,000, based on up to 10 years of aligned experience. DSST offers a relocation stipend for candidates moving from 75 miles or more outside Denver. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis for current and anticipated hiring needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in any field.
Demonstrated content knowledge meeting applicable in-field qualifications.
Strong belief in every student's ability to succeed and pursue ambitious postsecondary goals.
Commitment to educational equity, inclusive instruction, and continuous professional growth.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching or supporting middle school students.
Experience with literacy intervention, structured literacy, or evidence-based reading instruction.
Knowledge of foundational reading skills, including phonics, fluency, and comprehension.
Experience using diagnostic assessments and student data to differentiate instruction.
Experience supporting students from diverse backgrounds, including students of color, students with disabilities, and multilingual learners.
Colorado teaching credential; preferred but not required for most opportunities.

Responsibilities

Plan and teach approximately 3–4 small literacy groups daily, typically serving 6–10 students per group, using the Really Great Reading intervention curriculum.
Provide explicit, engaging instruction in phonics, fluency, and comprehension to address individual student needs.
Use diagnostic assessments, progress monitoring, and student data to identify needs, adjust instruction, and measure reading growth.
Partner with classroom teachers to share strategies and recommendations that support literacy development in Tier 1 instruction.
Build trusting relationships with students and families and create an inclusive, supportive, and challenging learning environment.
Participate in regular coaching, feedback, and professional development to strengthen instructional practice.
Support literacy engagement with families and participate in schoolwide initiatives, which may include advisory, tutoring, or student recruitment.

Benefits

Benefits-eligible Total Rewards package and comprehensive health coverage.
Fertility and adoption support.
Educator-focused mental-health care and access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
11+ weeks off each year.
Relocation stipend/support for eligible candidates moving from 75 miles or more outside Denver.
Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and career pathways.
Safeway grocery discounts and local discounts.
Wellness Wednesdays.
Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the Flower Person Award.