Teacher/Reading Specialist

Teacher/Reading Specialist Pittsylvania County Schools Tunstall Middle School - Dry Fork, Virginia This job is also posted in Pittsylvania County Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5718415

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:

Teacher/Reading Specialist

FLSA:

Exempt

REPORTS TO

Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

210 days

SUPERVISES

N/A

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia Teacher License and a Reading Specialist endorsement, and LETRS training preferred

FOCUS:

Provide coaching and intervention supports using evidence-based reading strategies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Demonstrate knowledge of the science of reading, VALLS, LETRS, and effective reading strategies to plan evidence-based instruction and supplemental interventions for students who fall behind literacy benchmarks on screeners such as VALLS (Virginia Language and Literacy Screening System). Plan, write, and implement lesson plans with evidence-based instructional strategies focused on the Virginia Standards of Learning and the Division curriculum. Demonstrate flexibility in instructional delivery and engage students in differentiated learning experiences. Diagnose and evaluate students' abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner, and provide progress reports as required. Administer formative and summative assessments to monitor progress, adjust instruction, and plan individual and/or small-group Tier II and Tier III interventions to meet the needs of students. Analyze, disaggregate, and communicate data results to all stakeholders directly involved in the direct instruction and remediation of students. Collaborate with families and classroom teachers to create reading plans to provide individualized interventions for struggling readers to ensure all students are reading at grade level by third grade. Track students' literacy goals and adjust interventions based on real-time data. Utilize effective classroom management techniques to maximize instructional time. Refer students to specialists when exceptionalities are detected or suspected. Create a nurturing, organized, and safe classroom environment. Communicate professionally with parents, guardians, and colleagues to create cooperative and collaborative relationships to support students' academic growth and success. Use discretion to protect the confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties. Attend all events directly related to the job requirements with parental involvement. Continue to grow professionally through collaboration with colleagues and participation in professional development activities. Participate in curriculum development as appropriate to the assignment. Implement Division initiatives with fidelity.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Demonstrate proficiency in Word, Excel, and basic computer skills for effective data and record-keeping and communication. Abide by State statutes, School Board policies, and regulations. Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, Division policy, and administrative regulations. Serve on school and Division committees as assigned. Remain current on instructional practices in education and instructional technology. Perform other duties as assigned. Pittsylvania County reserves the right to fill positions pursuant to School Board Policy GBN, Staff & Hiring Procedures.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements