What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reading Intervention Teacher position at Durango Montessori School?
Durango Montessori School
Job Title: Reading Interventionist
Location: Durango Montessori School - Smiley Building, 1309 E 3rd Ave, Durango, CO
Position Type: Part Time (August - May)
About Us:
Durango Montessori is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and student-centered Reading Interventionist to support children in developing foundational reading skills and building their confidence within reading fundamentals.
This role is ideal for an educator who believes in meeting each child where they are, working with patience, curiosity, and respect for their unique learning journey.
As a Montessori school, we honor the individual learning path of every child. We value a nurturing and supportive learning environment that fosters independence, confidence, and joy in learning.
Position Overview:
Working in partnership with classroom lead teachers, the Reading Interventionist provides individualized instruction and small-group lessons for children who benefit from additional literacy support.
The ideal candidate has experience with evidence-based reading intervention strategies and is committed to working collaboratively within the Montessori framework to support student success.
The Reading Interventionist serves as a bridge between evidence-based reading practices and the child-centered Montessori environment — helping to foster not only reading proficiency, but also a lifelong love of learning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide targeted reading intervention for students who are developing foundational literacy skills
- Use research-based strategies for teaching phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, comprehension, and writing
- Create individualized learning plans based on student needs and progress
- Work with students 1:1 or in small groups during the school day
- Collaborate with classroom lead teachers to align support with Montessori practices
- Communicate with lead teachers regarding student progress and strategies for support at home
- Maintain accurate records of student assessments, progress monitoring, and session notes
- Attend student support meetings and collaborate with other educators and specialists
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field (Master’s preferred)
- Training or certification in reading intervention strategies (such as Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, or other structured literacy approaches) preferred
- Experience working with children with reading challenges
- Understanding of child development and a respectful, Montessori-aligned approach to student support
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a team
Qualities We Value:
- A nurturing, patient, and encouraging teaching style
- Commitment to honoring the dignity of every child
- Flexibility and creativity in instructional approaches
- Deep listening and empathetic communication with students and families
- Passion for literacy and helping all children discover the joy of reading
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Physical Setting:
- Montessori
- Private school
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $35
