Reading Specialist

The Pinnacle School • Stamford, CT

2d

About The Position

The Reading Specialist at The Pinnacle School provides individualized, evidence-based literacy instruction to students with language-based learning differences and complex learning challenges. The role supports students in developing reading skills, confidence, and independence through one-to-one and small-group interventions using multisensory instructional practices.

Working collaboratively with educators, therapists, families, and school districts, the Reading Specialist monitors student progress, analyzes educational data, and adjusts instruction to support growth toward IEP goals. The role also includes developing engaging lessons tailored to students’ strengths and learning profiles, maintaining accurate documentation, participating in team meetings, and contributing to a positive learning environment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• Valid Connecticut State 102 Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts certification or eligibility for Connecticut licensure.
• Training or certification in Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Reading System, or another structured multisensory literacy approach.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with students with special education needs and language-based learning differences.
• Experience with IEP implementation, progress monitoring, and educational data collection.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to helping students of all abilities succeed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized and small-group reading interventions using evidence-based, multisensory instructional practices.
• Monitor student progress, analyze data, and adjust instruction to support growth toward IEP goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, families, and school districts to coordinate student support.
• Develop engaging lessons that address each student's strengths, challenges, and learning profile.
• Maintain accurate documentation, participate in team meetings, and contribute to a positive learning environment.

Benefits

• Paid time off and extra paid school breaks for select roles.
• Paid holidays.
• Gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings.
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match and immediate vesting.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to the employee.

What This Job Offers

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