Reading Specialist (SY 2026-2027)

  • Colonial Beach School District
  • Colonial Beach, Virginia
  • Full Time
Reading Specialist (SY 2026-2027)

Colonial Beach School District

Division-wide - Colonial Beach, Virginia

This job is also posted in Colonial Beach School District

Job Details

Job ID:5723923

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Posted:Yesterday

Starting Date:Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

Colonial Beach Public Schools

Every Student. Every Minute. Every Day.

Reading Specialist

Pay Grade: Teacher Scale

Period of Employment: 11 Months FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervised by and/or Reports to: Executive Director of Instruction and Professional Learning

Location: Division-Wide

General Responsibilities: To improve students' success in reading by implementing district-approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; developing lesson plans and student reading plans; modeling the necessary skills to perform assignments; providing a safe and positive learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

Essential Duties:

(This list is intended solely as an illustration of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude their addition if they are similar to or a logical extension of the position.)

Essential Responsibilities:

Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing the district reading curriculum, strategies, and routines

Collaborates with school personnel and parents for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions, and planning curriculum

Collects, analyzes, and prepares data for interpretation and reporting to administration, parents, and the district

Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments for the purpose of providing an effective district reading program and addressing the needs of students

Develops and supports the implementation of an evidence-based literacy program and provides related educational support for teachers and students that are aligned to evidence-based reading research

Performs duties within a team or departmental setting, but might work independently in a unique teaching specialty

Evaluates students' abilities in reading skills for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis of learning disorders, developing remediation plans, and/or evaluating student progress

Facilitates study groups and division professional learning (e.g., literacy team meetings, workshops, etc.) for the purpose of providing staff development and support to district staff

Instructs students (e.g., individually, group sessions, etc.) for the purpose of improving their success in reading and assessing reading concepts and proficiencies through a defined course of study

Maintains confidentiality of all information for the protection of students, staff, parents, and the district

Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment

Mentors classroom teachers and support staff for the purpose of supporting staff in the instructional process

Monitors student progress for the purpose of providing student feedback on a regular basis to students, teachers, and parents, and determining interventions for those students who are diagnosed as at-risk readers

Participates in various meetings for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information

Prepares teaching materials and related reports (e.g., formative and summative assessments, diagnostic assessment reports, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress

Provides assistance in selecting and administering valid, reliable reading assessments and screening instruments for the purpose of providing an effective school program to increase the reading skills of students

Refer to 8VAC20-543-600 of the Code of Virginia for a full description of competencies

Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of school curriculum and framework, policies, and effective instructional practices

Thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process

Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education

Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum

Respect confidential information and the individual's right to privacy

Communicate openly and effectively with students, colleagues, administration, parents, central office, and community patrons

Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills

Model professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions within the school and within the community

Skills to include self-motivation, high-energy level, attention to detail, high-work standards, problem-solving, organization skills, critical-thinking skills, stress tolerance, flexibility, and adaptability

Education or Equivalency Requirements:

Minimum/Preferred

Education Level

Description:

Preferred

Master's Degree

Certification/Licenses

Description:

State

Must possess a Virginia Department of Education Teaching License with an Endorsement in Reading Specialist

Work Experience:

Equivalent to or at least:

Type:

Area or Field

3-5 years

Specific

Experience as a teacher; reading and/or language arts preferred

Physical Requirements:

Must have the use of sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact, as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office-related equipment, such as, but not limited to: a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Some heavy work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objects may be required.

Colonial Beach Public Schools assures equal employment opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by federal and state orders and laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks.

Position Type:Full-Time
Job ID: 521739654
Originally Posted on: 5/19/2026

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