Reading Interventionist

Colonial School District · New Castle, DE · 2 wk ago

Full-time

Location: To Be Determined, State of Delaware
Start date: August 2026
Reports to: Principal

About the Role

The goal of the Reading Interventionist is to provide high-quality, targeted literacy instruction to students who require additional support in reading in order to accelerate progress toward grade-level expectations. This position ensures that students develop foundational literacy skills—including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension—aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). The Reading Interventionist identifies students in need of intervention through assessment data, plans and delivers small-group, research-based instruction aligned to the district-approved curriculum, and monitors student progress to ensure growth in reading proficiency. Collaboration with classroom teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators is essential to analyze student data, align instructional practices, and support students in closing literacy gaps while fostering positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Requirements

Must be eligible or hold valid State of Delaware certification as a Teacher of Elementary Grades (or Early Childhood Teacher). Teacher of Exceptional Children K-12 and/or Reading Specialist preferred.
Acceptable Criminal Background Report and no entries on Child Protection Registry in the State of Delaware.
Successful completion of required Praxis II tests and student teaching placement.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred.
Knowledge and skills in working with students with reading struggles.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, administration, and the general public.
Evidence of knowledge regarding evidence- and research-based strategies effective in promoting student learning and achievement for students with reading struggles.
Demonstrates sensitivity to issues impacting various cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups.
Proficient in technology, such as Microsoft and Google Applications, Classlink, Schoology, Infinite Campus, etc.
Demonstrates understanding and ability to perform job-related tasks.
Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.
Must be able to teach/serve students remotely and in person depending on student needs.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver specially designed instruction aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) using district-approved curriculum.
Differentiate instruction using various teaching strategies and methodologies to address diverse learning styles, with particular attention to academic scaffolding in reading and each student’s individual level of functioning and preferred learning modalities.
Implement and monitor evidence-based behavioral and social-emotional interventions, maintain a structured classroom management system, and follow district expectations for Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
Regularly administer, collect, and interpret formal and informal assessment data, including IEP progress monitoring and early literacy assessments, to drive instructional decisions and report progress to families and the district.
Develop and deliver weekly lesson plans using appropriate resources, technology, and instructional strategies, incorporating a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and student inquiry.
Communicate regularly and proactively with families regarding student progress, IEP implementation, and participate in IEP and MTSS meetings, as well as other required meetings and/or conferences.
Administer appropriate and required informal and formal assessments based on student needs, State Regulations, and district expectations, including early literacy assessments.
Establish and maintain cooperative and professional relationships with peers, support staff, parents, administration, agency staff, and school district staff.
Comply with all Federal, State, and Local regulations and policies: accurately complete required paperwork within designated timelines, utilize district resources (e.g., Employee Handbook, District website, Collaborative Agreement, Professional Code of Conduct, Administrative procedures, School District Board Policies) to maintain professionalism and avoid noncompliance, and cooperate with compliance monitoring and dispute resolution activities.
Attend professional development programs, mandated training, and self-selected workshops/conferences, courses, etc.
Maintain current certifications (including clock hours via DEEDS), stay current on evidence-based instructional strategies and technology, and actively engage in required and self-selected professional learning.
Perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by the building principal and/or supervisor.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to use hands and/or fingers to handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, hear, and taste or smell.
Requires repetitive stopping, twisting, and bending.
Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check (must be less than 1 year old).
TB Test Results (must be less than 1 year old).
Copy of Social Security Card (required by the State of Delaware).
I-9 Form with appropriate forms of identification.
Child Protective Registry check.

Benefits

Opportunity to teach with a knowledgeable, high-achieving, and fun school team.
Innovative and diverse work atmosphere.
Ability to grow and learn in a considerate, open-minded culture with supportive colleagues.
Access to new and exciting technologies for daily classroom use.
Competitive salary with generous benefit packages.
Opportunity to make an impact on the lives of students and families daily in Delaware.

Pay

Refer to the current teacher salary scale on the District website.

Schedule

10-month work year.