What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reading Interventionist (Grades 1-5) position at Fulton Public Schools?
2025-26 District Calendar (link)
- Fulton's calendar has 166 student days and 179 staff days.
- Snow days are built into our calendar and will not be made up.
- School begins on August 20, 2025, and ends on May 21, 2026.
- There are several planned breaks throughout the year :
- October 31
- November 24-28
- December 22-January 2
- March 23-27
- April 3-6
Purpose Statement
This position is responsible for working with students to provide reading intervention. Reading interventionist teachers will provide small group and individualized instruction in all classroom settings.
This job reports to the principal.
Essential F unctions
Other Functions
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements : Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Skills are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and / or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and / or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : appropriate codes, policies, regulations, and / or laws; age-appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.
Ability is required to schedule activities, meetings, and / or events; gather, collate, and / or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and / or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem-solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem-solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem-solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include : working under limited supervision using standardized practices and / or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; operating within a defined budget; utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands : occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling, significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and / or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 60% sitting, 30% walking, and 10% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to the risk of injury and / or illness.
Attendance
Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
Experience
Successful elementary teaching experience.
Education
Masters degree preferred; Missouri certification in Elementary (1-6) or Early Childhood (B-3); Special reading certification or ability to obtain a provisional certificate in special reading while working to full certification.
Certificates and Licenses
Missouri State Teaching Certificate
Continuing Education / Training
State Required Professional Development Hours
Clearances
FBI Fingerprint and Family Care Registry
FLSA Status
Exempt
Approval Date
4 / 13 / 2022
Salary Grade
Certified
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