What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reading Specialist position at HAMADEH EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, INC?
Position:
Hamadeh Educational Services is seeking a Reading Specialist to join our team! You will educate students in small groups using the Michigan Common Core Standards at the elementary level in a charter public school. The teacher will be responsible for the students' academic success, achievement, and strengthening reading skills.
Academy Mission:
The Academies mission is to provide their students with a quality education that focuses on a core curriculum and international cultures including the study of language. The academies provide an education of the whole child by integrating different diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds to their college-preparatory program serving families in the Greater Detroit area.
Responsibilities:
- Supports teachers and works collaboratively to implement a quality reading program
- Evaluates the literacy program and makes recommendations and assists with implementation
- Assesses the reading needs of students and communicate these to classroom teachers and parents
- Assists with the selection and administration of appropriate test instruments to assess growth
- Assists with coordination of school and community library services
- Assists with continuity of reading program with special programs (i.e. ESL, Special Ed.)
- Participates in conferences, workshops and other staff development related to literacy
- Provides guidance and develops resources and activities that enhance the effectiveness of the learning experience
- Performs other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor, the Superintendent or designee
Requirements:
- Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in the study of Education
- Must be a MI Certified Teacher with reading specialist endorsement (K- 12 BR)
- Minimum three years teaching experience
- Must be computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Software
- Ability to work well in culturally diverse setting.
- Must have excellent Oral, Written, and Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Experience with ESL/ELL a plus
- Flexible, open-minded, self-driven team member
- Must be authorized to work in the US
Job Type: Full-time
Hamadeh Educational Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
