Reading Interventionist

Maricopa Unified School District #20 • Maricopa, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide support in the academic improvement process in the area of reading. This role involves providing direct instruction to students identified as eligible for reading services in individual, small group, and/or full classroom settings. The Reading Interventionist uses identified needs to guide the learning process toward student achievement of district’s reading/language arts content standards, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, and employs a variety of instructional techniques and literacy materials. The position requires creating a conducive learning environment, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with staff and parents. Additionally, the role involves conducting student assessments, providing progress reports, and participating in professional development to improve reading instruction.

Requirements

• Valid Arizona teaching credential and IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Master’s in Education or Related Field Required
• Minimum of five years of successful classroom teaching experience Required
• Extensive training in the implementation of research based programs
• Ability to evaluate programs and report on data
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and to plan and coordinate the work of multiple groups of people
• Relentless drive to attain results: proven experience and effectiveness in improving student achievement in the classroom and/or school
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instruction to students identified as eligible for reading services in individual, small group, and/or full classroom settings.
• Uses identified needs to guide the learning process toward student achievement of district’s reading/language arts content standards.
• Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects using formal and informal assessment data obtained from students.
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and literacy materials consistent with reading/language arts content standards and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Creates a classroom environment and research-based program of study that are conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Provides written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, administrative guidelines, or specific program requirements.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Conducts or participates in needed parent conferences and telephone conferences.
• Conducts student assessments to identify those eligible for intervention services, to plan instruction, and/or to assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Collaborates, as needed, with appropriate district personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions.
• Provides consultant/collaborative services to classroom teachers, models “best” instructional practices, and team teaches as appropriate to support individuals or groups of students in learning or transferring effective strategies.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence through professional development activities.
• Coordinates with principal in planning and implementing professional development activities to address school improvement.
• Helps locate, order, and promote materials to improve reading instruction.
• Participates in discussions or activities focused on using research to improve reading/language arts teaching.
• Attends meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level