Elementary Literacy Interventionist

1.0 FTE – Effective beginning of the 2026-27 school year. Application deadline: August 6, 2026 at 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 that all students receive personalized and effective literacy interventions. The Literacy Interventionist works collaboratively with classroom teachers, administrators, and parents to implement evidence-based strategies and curriculum aligned with structured literacy, and is 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 skills
• Strong 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 specialist in making responsive instructional decisions to meet student needs
• 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 begin the first day of active employment and include:

• 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 more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on employee surveys.

The district operates 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four 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; and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. It also operates three learning centers providing early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers 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, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and 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).