Classroom Teacher / Reading

Connecticut REAP • Bridgeport, CT

74d • Onsite

About The Position

The Reading Specialist will support the implementation of the district's multi-tiered intervention model. The Reading Specialist will provide expertise in direct intervention to students who require support in the areas of literacy to enhance the district's capacity to meet the needs of all learners through tiered intervention. The Reading Specialist must demonstrate a commitment to reinforcing research-based strategies and programs with a willingness to support students at-risk for learning success.

Requirements

• Maintain a State of Connecticut Certification 102 or 097
• Master his / her content area or subject matter
• Be willing and able to offer constructive feedback to assist colleagues
• Understand that all work responsibilities are subject to performance goals and / or targets established as part of the Board's and school's organizational planning
• Knowledge of Common Core Curriculum Standards and Frameworks
• Knowledge of research-based interventions, assessments, and instructional strategies including the workshop model
• Experience in implementing standards-based lesson plans with embedded formative assessments
• Experience in developing strategies to address the diverse needs of student at-risk for learning
• Ability to provide teachers with hands-on, relevant, and practical assistance to differentiate support based on the needs of individual students
• Ability to work well with others, build relationships with school staff, and maintain confidentiality
• Be willing and able to receive constructive criticism to achieve performance goals
• Fervently believe in NBFA's mission and be willing to work diligently to positively impact the life outcomes of our students

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver evidence-based lessons to Tier 2 and 3 students
• Plan and facilitate embedded literacy professional development for classroom teachers and Instructional Assistants
• Frequently monitor student progress and maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures
• Participate in school-wide and grade level data teams and Professional Learning Communities to share best practices, and help improve overall school performance
• Meet with SRBI Team and Principals to review student performance data and develop strategies to address the needs of learners
• Support SPED teachers in the development of IEP goals and objectives
• Attend professional development on content, instructional pedagogy, and differentiation
• Perform other duties related to content area instructional improvement and student learning, as assigned by the Principal

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed