Reading Interventionist

Cleburne ISD (TX) • Cleburne, TX

41d • Onsite

About The Position

Serves as reading intervention specialist for at-risk students. Assists teachers with instructional methods.

Requirements

• Master's degree PREFERRED; a degree in Reading or Education with a specialization is preferred
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction framework for reading and writing
• Willingness to receive training in reading intervention assessments
• Ability to organize and coordinate district initiatives and programs for needs of students
• Knowledge and implementation protocols of Response to Intervention (RTI), EL/SIOP, Dyslexia, Section 504, and SpEd processes
• Strong communication and team-building skills
• Ability to deliver professional development to teachers
• Ability to facilitate professional learning communities
• Ability to interact positively with students, parents, and educators
• Three years or more of successful teaching experience is required.
• Successful experience working with at-risk students.

Responsibilities

• Attend scheduled meetings with the ELAR Program Coordinator.
• Work with campus staff so that appropriate classroom accommodations are provided for students identified as needed.
• Attend staff development, disseminate information and serve as a trainer of teachers during district workshops.
• Model ELAR lessons, strategies, and effective classroom management.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles that have a history of struggling in reading.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Meet with teachers on a regular basis to document Response to Intervention and Accelerated Reading strategies and processes being used with struggling students.
• Implement reading and writing interventions beyond what is done in the classroom.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Analyze student data to determine appropriate and effective intervention.
• Use technology to accelerate reading development of struggling reading students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Work cooperatively with others regarding individual student needs.
• Conduct conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers, as necessary.
• Assist campus leadership in conducting needs assessment and campus planning in the area of overall student achievement in Reading.
• Ensure progress toward meeting campus goals for student performance in reading.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of rules, regulations, and practices.
• Perform other duties as required by the Supervisor and/or Superintendent.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Must be present regularly in person.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees