26-27 ELA INTERVENTION TEACHER

Essential Duties

• Provide direct, small-group, or individualized literacy intervention grounded in the Science of Reading.
• Deliver instruction aligned with evidence-based literacy practices, including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Analyze data to identify and support students with the greatest literacy needs through targeted intervention strategies.
• Provide effective, evidence-based methodologies and practices aligned to the Science of Reading and supported district-wide intervention tools.
• Collaborate with staff during TBTs and provide updates to the staff on student progress.
• Track student success data and generate reports to share with teachers and administration.
• Progress monitor students regularly and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Participate in ongoing and/or required professional development provided by the Curriculum and Instruction Department.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• A valid Ohio teaching license.
• Completion of Department-approved Science of Reading professional learning modules.
• One of the following: Reading Endorsement (PreK–12) (#059902 on teaching license), Master’s or Doctoral degree in reading or literacy (degree must clearly indicate “reading” or “literacy”), LETRS Training 1 and 2, Associate Level Orton-Gillingham Training, or Passing score on the reading instruction assessment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work with students of all ability levels and backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff and community.
• Ability to provide a supportive role to administration and succeed in a team environment.
• Ability to motivate, excite and engage students and parents.
• Knowledge of working with low performing students.
• Skills in tracking data and adjusting interventions based on data and feedback.
• Skills in communication, collaboration, and facilitation.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and high-needs learners.

Columbus City Schools (CCS) is an equal opportunity employer.