Elementary Literacy Interventionist
1.0 FTE position beginning at the start of the 2026-27 school year. Application deadline: August 6, 2026 – 4:00 p.m.
About the role
The Literacy Interventionist plays a pivotal role in supporting elementary school students who require targeted assistance in developing strong literacy skills, ensuring all students receive personalized and effective literacy interventions. This position involves collaborating with classroom teachers, administrators, and parents to implement evidence-based strategies and curriculum aligned with structured literacy as part of a district-wide interventionist team.
Qualifications
- Current Minnesota teaching license (elementary, special education, reading, or English Language Development)
- Minimum of three years teaching experience
- Training or certification in structured literacy (preferred)
- Experience in structured literacy instruction and intervention (preferred)
- Knowledge of evidence-based literacy practices
- Ability to analyze data and adjust instruction accordingly
- Strong knowledge of Minnesota English-Language Arts Standards
- Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, organization, and communication skills
- Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Commitment to equity and culturally responsive teaching
Responsibilities
Assessment, Data Collection and Analysis
- Conduct thorough assessments to identify students with literacy challenges
- Analyze assessment data to develop personalized intervention plans
- Maintain detailed records of student progress and intervention strategies
- Analyze data to make informed decisions about the effectiveness of interventions
- Work closely with colleagues to analyze school-level data and progress monitoring data, identifying trends, areas for improvement, and intervention needs
Structured Literacy Instruction / Intervention
- Implement evidence-based structured literacy interventions tailored to the needs of individual students
- Provide explicit and systematic instruction in phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension
- Conduct small-group intervention sessions to address specific literacy needs
- Problem-solve with colleagues and district intervention specialists to make responsive instructional decisions
- Collaborate with teachers to align intervention strategies with classroom instruction
- Communicate regularly with teachers, administrators, and parents to share progress and discuss effective support strategies
- Serve as a member of the school's leadership team and student assistance team
- Collaborate with parents and caregivers to extend literacy support beyond the school setting
Professional Development
- Stay current with research and best practices in structured literacy instruction
- Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge
Reports to: Building Principal
Benefits
According to contractual agreement. If benefit eligible, benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment, including:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Sick leave
- State pension plan
- Tax-deferred retirement savings account
- Flexible spending account
- Some employee groups also receive vacation, holidays, or personal leave
Benefit information is available at Employee Benefits - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196.
About the district
District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights, and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. The district is the third largest in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with over 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times.
The district includes:
- 20 elementary schools (grades K-5)
- 6 middle schools (grades 6-8)
- 4 high schools (grades 9-12)
- An optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors
- An Area Learning Center high school program
- A K-12 special education school
- A special education program serving young adults ages 18-22
- Three learning centers providing early childhood and Adult Basic Education services
- Extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages
The district's mission is to educate, develop, and inspire students for lifelong success. Core values are student-centered, rooted in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and focused on learning with high expectations for all. The culture of collaboration fosters inclusivity, engagement, and belonging for all students, inspiring a love of learning for all ages. The vision is to provide experiences that students, families, and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures, engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts, and athletics (Triple A philosophy).