g-Term Substitute Teacher - Literacy Intervention Group

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Small Group Literacy Intervention - Part-time

Orton Academy is a tuition-free public charter school for 2nd-8th grade located in central Colorado Springs, within the D11 boundary.

Orton Academy cultivates an inclusive environment where learning is accessible to students with a dyslexia profile and reading and written language difficulties. The school grounds itself in the vision that every child in Colorado Springs can reach their fullest potential. By removing reading barriers and providing dyslexia appropriate core instruction and dyslexia therapy firmly rooted in the Science of Reading, Orton Academy allows students to not only increase their access to reading, but to also increase their access to a more fulfilling life experience.

Position Summary : We are seeking a dedicated and qualified Long-Term Substitute Teacher to provide small group literacy intervention focusing on fluency, comprehension, and writing. This role involves delivering targeted instruction to students to improve their literacy skills, promoting student growth and engagement in reading and writing, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide small group instruction in literacy, with a focus on improving reading fluency , comprehension , and writing skills .
• Implement book studies to enhance students' analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Assess and monitor students' literacy progress, adapting instruction to meet their individual needs.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and support staff to align intervention strategies with classroom instruction.
• Implement lesson plans aligned with the literacy intervention goals.
• Maintain accurate student records and provide feedback to students and parents as needed.
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and growth.
• Maintain classroom management, ensuring a safe and productive learning atmosphere.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : The following statements of essential functions and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. Actual duties and responsibilities may vary depending on building assignment and other factors.

Physical Demands : The work is mostly walking and standing with periods of sitting. Typical positions require workers to lift and carry up to 30 pounds; climb stairs; bend and crouch; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards; demonstrate an athletic activity or physical exercise; and feel the shape, size, and temperature of objects; and physically restrain students. The work requires the ability to speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors.

Supervision & Technical Responsibilities : This position does not supervise other employees.

Budget Responsibility : This position does not have any direct budget responsibility.

Qualifications : The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required for this position :

Education & Training : High School Degree or Equivalent

Experience : Experience working with students preferred

Knowledge Skills & Abilities :

Salary, Benefits, and Terms

Mandatory Background Checks : In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and will require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to :

Verification of Qualifications : For roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials), you will be asked to provide verifiable proof. We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws : Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

This employer utilizes E-Verify

Salary : $17 - $21