What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Literacy Interventionist Starting August 2025 position at Farmington Public Schools?
The Farmington Public School District has an opening for an Elementary Literacy Interventionist August 2025.
General Description
The Literacy Interventionist must have current and extensive training in diagnosing and addressing learning needs. In close collaboration with instructional specialists, the Interventionist accelerates learning for students not yet meeting standards using research-based, highly effective and responsive instruction. The Interventionist also communicates regularly with classroom teachers and paraprofessionals to ensure that emerging skills and strategies are evident in grade level content, promoting accelerated progress. Using assessment and observation data, the Interventionist monitors and evaluates student progress, responding to the individual academic needs of diverse learners to ensure high levels of achievement. Prioritizing an asset-minded approach, the Interventionist develops trusting relationships with students as the basis for high expectations.
Qualifications
Teacher salaries are set by contract, established through negotiations between the Board of Education and the Farmington Educator Association
Supervisory Responsibilities
Teachers oversee and direct the work of paraprofessionals, tutors, and volunteers working in their classrooms
Application Procedure
Complete online application at www.fpsct.org and submit detailed cover letter, resume, 3 letters of reference, copies of all college transcripts and State of CT Teacher certification.
Selection Procedure: Selected candidates will be contacted by phone or email for interviews with a district administrator.
The Board of Education will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability (including pregnancy), genetic information, veteran status or gender identity or expression, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. Questions concerning Title VI or Title IX compliance should be directed to: Veronica Ruzek, 1 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 860-673-8270. Questions concerning Section 504 compliance should be directed to: Dr. Wendy Shepard-Bannish, 1 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 860-677-1791
General Description
The Literacy Interventionist must have current and extensive training in diagnosing and addressing learning needs. In close collaboration with instructional specialists, the Interventionist accelerates learning for students not yet meeting standards using research-based, highly effective and responsive instruction. The Interventionist also communicates regularly with classroom teachers and paraprofessionals to ensure that emerging skills and strategies are evident in grade level content, promoting accelerated progress. Using assessment and observation data, the Interventionist monitors and evaluates student progress, responding to the individual academic needs of diverse learners to ensure high levels of achievement. Prioritizing an asset-minded approach, the Interventionist develops trusting relationships with students as the basis for high expectations.
Qualifications
- Must hold or be eligible for CT State Teaching Certification in Elementary 1-6 (102 preferred)
- Consideration will be given to the following -
- Relevant and recent experience
- References that indicate excellent instructional skill, initiative, and a learner mindset
- Philosophy that aligns with the district's core beliefs
- Various life experiences that enhance contributions to the overall district and/or school community
Teacher salaries are set by contract, established through negotiations between the Board of Education and the Farmington Educator Association
Supervisory Responsibilities
Teachers oversee and direct the work of paraprofessionals, tutors, and volunteers working in their classrooms
Application Procedure
Complete online application at www.fpsct.org and submit detailed cover letter, resume, 3 letters of reference, copies of all college transcripts and State of CT Teacher certification.
Selection Procedure: Selected candidates will be contacted by phone or email for interviews with a district administrator.
The Board of Education will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability (including pregnancy), genetic information, veteran status or gender identity or expression, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. Questions concerning Title VI or Title IX compliance should be directed to: Veronica Ruzek, 1 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 860-673-8270. Questions concerning Section 504 compliance should be directed to: Dr. Wendy Shepard-Bannish, 1 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 860-677-1791
Salary : $55,018 - $111,829
