Elementary Reading Interventionist

Donna Independent School District • Donna, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

To provide targeted academic interventions for at-risk elementary school students who need additional support in reading, as evidenced by student performance data.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university, focus on reading, English, or related field preferred
• A minimum of 3 years of successful experience teaching in elementary school reading, with experience working with at-risk students preferred
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for elementary school reading
• Deep knowledge of elementary school reading content and research-based instructional strategies and practices
• Familiarity with diagnostic assessments and progress monitoring tools specific to elementary school reading
• Understanding of the unique challenges and strategies for teaching reading to at-risk elementary school students
• Ability to analyze student performance data in reading to identify areas of need and develop targeted interventions
• Knowledge of assistive technology and other accommodations that may support reading instruction for student with learning differences
• Capacity to work collaboratively with reading teachers and content-area teams for the purpose of improving reading instruction and student achievement
• Ability to instruct student s and manage their behavior
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and responds to questions from administrators, peers, students, parents, and the general public.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Occasional absences are understood but regular attendance is required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit.
• Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person.
• Frequent bending, stooping, pulling and pushing are required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interacting with students, the public and other staff.
• The employee must maintain emotional control under stress.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in reading education or related field preferred
• Bilingual/ESL certification preferred
• A minimum of 3 years of successful experience teaching in elementary school reading, with experience working with at-risk students preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement reading interventions that are tailored to the specific needs of at-risk elementary school students, utilizing research-based strategies and resources.
• Collaborate with reading teachers and content-area teams to ensure that interventions align with classroom instructional and support the overall goals of the elementary school reading curriculum.
• Administer and analyze diagnostic assessments and progress monitoring data to identify students in need of intervention and track their progress towards grade-level proficiency in elementary school reading.
• Provide ongoing feedback and support to students, parents, and teachers regarding reading progress and strategies for improvement.
• Attend professional development and training sessions focused on elementary school reading instruction and intervention strategies.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of reading interventions, student progress, and communication with parents and teachers.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding their child’s reading progress and provide resources and support for at-home reading practice.
• Collaborate with other intervention teachers and district leaders to align reading interventions, data protocols, and instructional approaches across elementary schools and grade levels.
• Participate in school-wide events and functions as required, such as parent-teacher conferences, committee and staff meetings.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Participate in meetings and special events as assigned.
• Exercise professional judgment in absences; be punctual to work, meetings, and appointments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees