Title I Reading Teacher (0.8 FTE)

POSITION TITLE: Title I Reading Teacher (0.8 FTE) GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Title I Reading teacher is directly responsible to the principal of the school to which she/he is assigned, and will be held accountable for the performance responsibilities listed below. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year are in accordance with the current Master Contract and salary schedule. CLASSIFICATION: Fair Labor Standards Act Exempt REPORTS TO: Building Principal EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions in the current Master Agreement between the Colchester Education Association and the School Board. Evaluation will be completed according to the guidelines defined in the district's Differentiated Evaluation Process. QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current VT teacher license with an endorsement in elementary education.
• Advanced degree and/or graduate coursework in reading strongly desired
• Experience working with academically at risk students
• Demonstrated understanding and applications of best practices in teaching and learning.
• Skills in collaborative problem solving, critical thinking, and teamwork.
• Knowledge of VT’s Curriculum Framework and ability to create interdisciplinary lessons/units.
• Commitment to the district’s mission statement and Strategic Plan.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instruct and guide students according to their developmental needs and in accordance with district curricula.
• Process referrals from classroom teachers, other staff members, and parents; assess individual student strengths/needs
• Recommend eligibility for Title I services; implement program plans
• Schedule instructional programs and delivery models jointly with classroom teachers
• Design and deliver Title I services to students based upon their needs, program goals, and classroom curricula
• Plan lessons that include remedial and preventative strategies; challenge students to engage in problem solving and higher-level thinking skills
• Communicate regularly with parents, classroom teachers, specialists, and other Title I staff members; work collaboratively as a school team member
• Evaluate individual pupil progress formally and informally; report results to classroom teachers and parents
• Create a classroom environment and climate which is open, flexible, and conducive to learning.
• Understand and demonstrate current best practices in teaching and learning.
• Maintain appropriate student records and program documentation.
• Communicate effectively with parents, students, and peers.
• Implement district policies; follow school practices/procedures; demonstrate commitment to district’s Strategic Plan.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities as assigned.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional development; model professional behavior.
• Collaborate with other school and district staff members to achieve the district’s mission and annual goals.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the building or district administrators.