Part-time Reading Specialist

The Monarch School and Institute is dedicated to providing an innovative, therapeutic education for individuals with neurological differences—such as those associated with autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit (hyperactivity) disorder, learning disabilities, Tourette syndrome, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, traumatic brain injury and seizure disorders. We offer a learner-centered approach that helps students progress in Four Core Goal areas. This candidate will work closely with the Therapeutic Leadership Team and Therapeutic Coaches in all matters.

The Monarch School is looking for Reading Specialists to focus on helping students improve their skills. This includes working with teachers serving students who may struggle with learning. Instruction may be delivered individually, pushed into the classroom, or in small groups to provide specialized instruction to support development.

Support does not replace classroom learning but supports what primary teachers teach. This includes serving students with learning difficulties including dyslexia, dysgraphia, and those living with intellectual disabilities who may be significantly below level in their skills. This person should have the ability to work in a high energy work environment with creative professionals and be able to adapt to a variety of situations.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Teacher Certification
• Reading Specialist Certificate and/or Dyslexia Certificate
• Experience serving as Reading Specialist minimum 6 years
• Experience serving individuals with neurological differences

While exact responsibilities may vary, common duties include:

• Evaluating students who may struggle with reading or writing.
• Creating lesson plans to improve literacy.
• Instructing individual students or small groups of students.
• Coaching students on techniques and skills to improve literacy.
• Supporting, supplementing, and extending classroom teaching.
• Supporting the implementation of a quality reading program.
• Conducting assessments to determine students' reading levels and learning needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop individualized reading goals and plans for students.
• Collaborating and modeling for classroom teachers to provide support and guidance in literacy instruction.
• Administering and or supporting teachers with DRA. (Beginning and End of Year) Staff Developer
• Conduct Action Research focusing on years of data.
• Support understanding and use of the library of leveled books/readers.
• Administer and build lessons supporting the results of the DRA.
• Data management.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Teaching Strategies
• Punctual
• Dependable
• Ability to follow and implement schedules with fidelity
• Patience
• Empathy
• Communication
• Collaboration / Teamwork
• Creative thinker
• Adaptability
• Staff developer
• Interpersonal skills such as motivation and dependability

Working conditions range in a wide variety of challenges and deadlines in a highly professional, confidential, and friendly environment. The best candidate should be able to perform well under pressure, think logically, remain calm, and be a great problem solver. Although the position is emotionally rewarding, and provides endless opportunities to have positive effects, it can be stressful at times. Ability to lift 40 pounds. Frequent standing, kneeling, stooping, and bending. Ability to move desk, classroom equipment and adaptive equipment.