As a Reading Specialist with Special School District (SSD), you will help students develop the literacy skills needed to access learning and make meaningful academic progress. Through assessment, individualized instruction, and targeted intervention, you will support students with diverse learning needs while helping identify and implement strategies that strengthen reading achievement. Working closely with teachers, administrators, counselors, families, and other specialists, you will be an important member of a collaborative team focused on removing barriers to learning and helping students build confidence as readers. Your expertise will help shape individualized reading programs, guide instructional decisions, and ensure students receive the support they need to succeed.
Reading Specialists work during school hours, 7:10 AM to 2:15 PM. We are currently seeking a specialist to serve students in Northview School, 1520 Derhake Road, Florissant, MO.
Education and Experience Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Missouri Special Reading K-12 certification required
Salary $49,000 to $83,250 /based on education and experience
Calendar
10-month school year (August to June)
Benefits
Group benefit plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
Staff Health Clinics
Paid holidays
13 PTO days per year
Employee assistance program
Healthcare spending account
Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.
