Reading Specialists Jobs
A Reading Specialist plays a crucial role in school administration by employing their expertise in language acquisition and literacy development to enhance the reading skills of students and the instructional strategies of educators. They assess and diagnose reading difficulties, design and implement reading intervention programs, and provide professional development to staff members. Reading Specialists also often collaborate with classroom teachers, special education instructors, and other professionals to create an integrated, supportive learning environment for students. They work closely with administrators to develop school-wide reading curriculums, monitor student progress, and facilitate school literacy initiatives.
An ideal candidate for a Reading Specialist should have a Master's degree in Reading Education or a related field, along with a teaching certification and a Reading Specialist certification. Necessary skills include a deep knowledge of literacy development strategies, strong communication skills, the ability to design and implement effective reading programs, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team. Prior to becoming a Reading Specialist, an individual generally has experience in roles such as a Classroom Teacher, Literacy Coach, or Special Education Teacher. These roles provide the necessary classroom experience and foundational knowledge in educational theory and practice, which are crucial for success in the Reading Specialist role.
2025 Contact: Interested applicants should apply at: Deadline: Until filled East Attachment(s): Reading Specialist...
Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Kindergarten through Grade 5 Date Posted: 4/12/2024 Location: Fayetteville Street Elementary School Date Available: 11/19/2024 Position Number:Assignment...
PT Middle School Reading Interventionist- East Campus 2025/2026 SY
- Tucson, AZ
- 11 hours ago
- Tucson, AZ
- 11 hours ago
The Reading Interventionist provides individual and/or small group instruction to scholars....
Position Type: Certified/Reading Interventionist Date Posted: 4/17/2025 Location: Terrell Assigned Campus Attachment(s): Reading Interventionist
Reading Teacher JobID: 1337 + Position Type: Teacher/ Elementary (1-6) + Date Posted: 4/15/2025 + Location: Carthage Elementary + Date Available: 07/01/2025 + Closing Date: 05/02/2025 Application...
DEADLINE FOR APPLYING: Thursday, April 24, 2025, or until filledAT 12:00 NOONReports to: School Level Principal(s) and Director of InstitutionJob Goal: Provide assistance to teachers in specified...
Facilitate and implement projects in curriculum, instruction, and assessment areas related to school improvement needs....
For well over 50 years Farr Academy, a small therapeutic day school in Cambridge, has been educating bright middle and high school students who are challenged by academic and social/emotional...
READING TEACHER Homestake Peak School Part Time School Year 2025-2026 BENEFITS: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 20-22% employer contribution to your PERA retirement plan, paid holidays, paid...
Reading Specialist - Elementary JobID: 23132 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching and Early Childhood/Reading Consultant/Specialist Date Posted: 4/17/2025 Location: East Grand Rapids Public Schools...
Elem Emergent Literacy Specialist, Dual Language Immersion, Grades K-2, (.5 FTE), Temp
- Milwaukie, OR
- 1 day ago
- Milwaukie, OR
- 1 day ago
Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 4/17/2025 Location: District Office Date Available: 08/25/2025 Closing Date: 04/24/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide...
on degree and experience POSITION DESCRIPTION: HUES is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Reading Specialist for the 2025-2026 School Year....
Elem Emergent Literacy Specialist, Grades K-3, (1.0 FTE), Temp
- Milwaukie, OR
- 1 day ago
- Milwaukie, OR
- 1 day ago
Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 4/17/2025 Location: Riverside Elementary Date Available: 08/25/2025 Closing Date: 04/24/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide...
Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 4/17/2025 Location: District Office Date Available: 08/25/2025 Closing Date: 04/24/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide...
Amergis Educational Staffing has an Immediate opening for a Middle School Reading Teacher in Aurora. Full Time but only Tues- Fri! Possibility for extension for new School Year! Help children...
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Reading Specialists position
- Instructional Leadership
- School Administration
- School Operations
- Reading Intervention
- Educational Leadership
- School Improvement
- Teacher Evaluation
- Professional Learning Communities
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Instructional Coaching
- MTSS
- District Leadership
- Classroom Instruction
- Special Education
- Teacher Training
- Response to Intervention
- Common Core State Standards
- Individualized Education Program
- Secondary Education
- Differentiated Instruction
- Adult Learning Theory
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Educational Technology
- Elementary Education
- Interventions
- Masters
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Management
- Adult Education
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Planning
- Staff Development
- Tutoring
- Masters In Education
- Calendar Management
- Educating
- Reading
- Closing
- Math
- Background Checks
- Implementation
- Events
- Collaboration
- Mentoring
- Documentation
- Flexibility
- Employee Development
- Teaching
- Data Analysis
- Education Experience
- Reporting
- Interpersonal Skills
- Coaching
- Bachelor's Degree
- Regulations
- English
- Problem Solving
- Bilingual
- Organization
- Research Skills
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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