Reading Specialist/Literacy Interventionist

The Intensive Education Academy (IEA) is actively seeking a motivated candidate to provide explicit multisensory reading instruction to improve specific reading skills while building upon students confidence as learners. This position will report to the Director of Education.

 Job Type: Part-time - Exempt School Calendar 

Date Posted: May 28,2024

Date Available:2024/2025 School year 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS 

• CT Certification required either Special Education (065) and/or Remedial Reading (102)

• Excellent interpersonal skills and understanding of and appreciation for the science of reading, structured literacy and special education.

 Responsibilities:

• Assess student performance and progress to guide the intervention services provided, develop lessons and materials, instruct, and use data to drive instruction for very small groups and individuals.

• Works collaboratively with special education classroom teachers and the literacy consultant to implement targeted reading instruction that is research-based and tailored to student needs.

• Coordinates with other professional staff members regarding reading, assessments and personalized teaching techniques; assists, coaches and models effective personalized instructional strategies for classroom teachers.

• Documents teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes.

• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

• Performs other related tasks as may, from time to time, be assigned by the Director of Education 

Salary: Competitive salary with opportunities for leadership if desired

Benefits:

• 401K Contribution and Matching Funds (after Eligibility requirements)

• Health and Dental Insurance

• Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance

• Life and Accidental Insurance

• Paid time off including holiday, sick and personal time

• Tuition reimbursement

IEA values lifelong learning, therefore, our candidate will receive one year of mentoring to support professional learning and strengthen reading interventions.

Applicants will need to provide at least two recommendation letters, and proof of education requirements, and they must pass a background check. 

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