.6 Reading Specialist - North Coventry

North Coventry Elementary School – Professional Staff position reporting to the Building Principal.

About the Role

Promote the success of each child in the integrated English Language Arts through direct and support services.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized or individualized instruction in the classroom or in a pull-out setting to support students in meeting grade-level benchmarks in English Language Arts and math.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, MTSS Coordinator, Reading and Math Specialists, and other staff (special education, math, specials, support staff, etc.) to deliver effective instruction for all students.
• Research and provide appropriate resources for staff and parents.
• Assist with assessment and diagnosis to inform instructional interventions and provide information to classroom teachers and parents.
• Support classroom teachers in designing instruction for classes, specific groups, or individual students.
• Assist classroom teachers in using literacy assessments and interpreting results for instructional decision-making.
• Support teachers in developing and implementing the classroom integrated English Language Arts program.
• Model strategies or techniques, conduct demonstration or co-teaching lessons as schedule permits and under the direction of the principal and/or K-12 ELA Supervisor.
• Provide instructional guidance to aides working in classrooms.
• Conduct staff development activities for teachers and parents.
• Implement building Title 1 or reading support programs where applicable.
• Provide monthly schedules to the district Compliance Coordinator (signed by the principal).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Pennsylvania Reading Specialist Teaching Certification (preferred).
• Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain relationships with students, peers, and parents.
• Ability to express self clearly and concisely in oral and written communications; effectively present information and respond to questions from groups.
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs; plan and assist teachers in implementing lessons based on curriculum objectives and student needs.
• Well-organized with strong time management skills.
• Computer literate and competent with word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Submission of PA School Personnel Health form.
• Current Act 34, Act 151, and Act 114 clearances.

Pay

• Bachelor’s Degree starting salary: $60,250.
• Master’s Degree starting salary: $65,900.
• Final salary determined by education and experience.

Schedule

190 days per year, 7 hours 30 minutes per day.

Benefits

Salary and benefits according to the negotiated agreement between the Board of School Directors and the Roberts Education Association.