PRINCETON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

Job Title: Reading Academy/CALT Coordinator

Wage/Hour Status:     Exempt

Primary Purpose:

This position will be responsible for the implementation of Reading Academies for all K-3 teachers and administrators through facilitation of year-long cohorts. Attend TEA training on the science of teaching reading. Provide professional learning, review and evaluate submitted artifacts providing feedback to support effective reading instruction. Provide campus support to teachers and administrators within the cohorts. This position will provide district-wide leadership for implementation and training for the dyslexia program.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master’s Degree

Valid Texas teaching certificate

ESL certification (preferred)

CALT Certification & QI

Master Reading Teacher/Reading Specialist certification (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Demonstrate proficiency on state screener

Demonstrate a working knowledge of the science of teaching reading

Ability to coach teachers and provide feedback

Strong organizational, communication, public relations and interpersonal skills

Demonstrates innovative and engaging instruction that leads students with reading difficulty to profound learning and academic proficiency

Demonstrates flexibility in adapting to change, shows initiative in seeking solutions to problems

Deep understand of reading pedagogy, especially reading interventions

Experience:

Three years of teaching experience in reading K-3 (required)

Experience as a team leader (preferred)

Previous experience in planning and delivering professional development

Experience training dyslexia therapists

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Pass a comprehensive state literacy screener prior to start

Attend all required trainings on the Science of Teaching Reading

Collaborate with Elementary Academics Services to plan and prepare delivery of professional learning for K-3 Cohorts

Observe, coach and model effective literacy practices

Provide feedback to teachers on implementation of Reading Academy content and strategies Analyze classroom and district level data

Work with Region 10 and TEA to ensure effective implementation of Reading Academies within the district Stay

informed on Reading Academy requirements

Problem solve and create avenues for effective implementation of the Reading Academy Model

Support quality implementation of evidence-based instructional strategies for literacy (reading, writing, vocabulary, listening/speaking, information literacy) in all content areas

Develop procedures to facilitate collaborative decision-making processes that foster and promote collegiality and team building

Conduct teacher observations and provide specific feedback that facilitates teacher reflection and growth

Evaluate classroom artifacts for mastery of implementation

Provide professional learning either face to face or virtually to cohort members

Ensure that district goals are implemented with the involvement of district and campus staff Develop procedures to facilitate collaboration with principals and cohort members

Promote positive working relationships with campus staff members

Follow all rules, regulations and policies of Princeton ISD and follow directives from supervisor Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor

Perform other duties and functions that may be assigned by the administration and/or supervisor

Provide Take Flight dyslexia therapist training through extensive coursework and supervised practicum, meeting requirements as outlined by the Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA).

Effectively communicate state and district dyslexia policy and guidelines as outlined in the Texas Dyslexia Handbook.

Oversee the dyslexia screening process and support timely identification and provision of services

for students with dyslexia.

Professional Objectives:

       Strong collaboration skills

       Support the school district's philosophy and objectives

       Conduct self in a professional manner consistent with district policies and procedures

       Demonstrate an interest in acquiring new skills and knowledge

       Seek professional growth through continue education and staff development

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Occasional prolonged and irregular work hours; work with frequent interruptions

Acknowledgement:

Any work-related experience or additional education/training resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements at the sole discretion of District Administration.

Approved By                                                                           Date:

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. District administration and/or my supervisor has the right to add or change duties at any time. This job description supersedes all prior job descriptions for this position as well as rescinding all past and present job descriptions that do not reflect the current requirements of this position.

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