Reading Intervention Teacher at Ruidoso Middle School

Date:

Position:

Reading Intervention Teacher at Ruidoso Middle School

Position Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Reading Intervention Teacher to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of 6th grade students. This position is designed to provide targeted small group reading instruction and academic intervention support, with an additional focus on assisting students in math as needed.

Qualifications:

• Valid teaching license in NM (Reading Endorsement preferred).
• Experience in reading intervention and small group instruction.
• Strong understanding of literacy development and instructional strategies for struggling readers.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and collaborate with colleagues.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver focused, data-driven small group reading interventions aligned with student needs.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to identify students who need additional support in reading and/or math.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on assessment data.
• Provide supplemental support in math to help reinforce key concepts and skills.
• Participate in SAT/MLSS processes and communicate student progress to staff and families.
• Create a supportive and engaging learning environment that fosters growth and confidence.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with  SAT/MLSS frameworks.
• Experience using assessment tools such as STAR, iReady, Cognia or other diagnostic instruments.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Physical requirements:

1. Sitting Tasks: Sitting is an occasional requirement 10% of the time.

2. Walking Tasks: Walking is a frequent requirement up to 90%of the time.

3. Standing Tasks: standing is a frequent requirement up to 85 to 90% of the time.

4. Sprinting/Running Tasks: Sprinting/running is an occasional requirement, example: in case of emergency.

5. Flexibility:

a) Bending or twisting at the neck is a frequent requirement 85 - 90% of the time.

b) Bending or twisting at the trunk is a frequent requirement 85 - 90% of the time.

c) Reaching above the head is a frequent requirement 85 - 90% of the time.

d) Reaching forward is a frequent requirement 85 - 90% of the time.

e) Repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times is a frequent requirement 85 - 90% of the time.

6. Use Of Arms & Hands

a) Manual dexterity is a frequent requirement 90% of the time.

b) Finger dexterity is a frequent requirement 90% of the time.

7. Lifting 10 - 25 Pounds

a) Lifting 10 - 25 pounds is a frequent requirement 90% of the time.

b) Lifting above the shoulders is a frequent requirement 90% of the time.

c) Lifting above the waist is a frequent requirement 90% of the time.

d) Lifting above the knees is a frequent requirement 90% of the time.

8. Lifting 26 - 50 Pounds

a) Lifting 26 - 50 pounds is a frequent requirement up to 50% of the time.

b) Lifting items above the shoulders is an occasional but essential requirement.

c) Lifting items above the waist is a frequent requirement.

d) Lifting items above the knees is a frequent requirement.

9. Lifting 50 - 75 Pounds

a) Lifting over 50 pounds is an occasional but essential requirement.

10. Pushing & Pulling

a) Pushing and pulling 75 pounds an occasional requirement up to 10% of the time.

b) Pushing and pulling 50 - 75 pounds is an occasional requirement up to 20% of the time.

c) Pushing and pulling 25 - 50 pounds is a frequent requirement up to 60% of the time.

11. Carrying Tasks:

a) Carrying of items that weigh between 25 - 50 pounds is a daily requirement.

12. Use Of Protective Equipment:

a) Protective equipment may be required as necessary for eye, ear, hands, head, feet, and face protection.

Contract Period:

2025-2026 School Year

Start Date:

Salary:

Per Ruidoso Municipal School District Salary Schedule

Application Process:

Application available online at:

https://ruidoso.schoolspring.com/

For more information, contact:

Cecily Hooker, Principal Ruidoso Middle School

hookerc@ruidososchools.org

124 Warrior Drive

Ruidoso, NM  88345

575-630-7801

 ~or~

 Human Resources 

hr@ruidososchools.org      

200 Horton Circle

Ruidoso, NM  88345

(575) 630-7000

Application Deadline:

Until filled

Selection Process:

Selected applicants will be interviewed following an initial screening of application materials submitted.