Reading Specialists Jobs in Connecticut

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.

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Early Intervention Reading Teacher

  • Newtown, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Newtown, CT
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Reading Resource Date Posted: 3/14/2025 Location: Middle Gate Elementary School Date Available: August 2025    Attachment(s): Reading Early...

Reading Interventionist-Middle School

  • Vernon, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Vernon, CT
  • 4 days ago

Welcome to Vernon Public Schools: where students learn, achieve, and succeed! Position: Reading Interventionist-Vernon Center Middle School Description: Under the general supervision of the School...

Reading Consultant-Elementary

  • Vernon Rockville, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Vernon Rockville, CT
  • 4 days ago

Welcome to Vernon Public Schools: where students learn, achieve, and succeed! Position: Reading Consultant-Elementary 1 position at Lake Street School 1 position at Northeast School Description:...

Reading Tutor, Part-Time

  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Tutor/Tutor - Instructional Date Posted: 3/11/2025 Location: Hebron Avenue School Date Available: 03/25/2025    Attachment(s): Reading Tutor Posting - HE - 2024-2025 SY -...

Literacy Interventionist

  • South Windsor, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • South Windsor, CT
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Literacy Intervention Teacher Date Posted: 3/11/2025 Location: Districtwide Closing Date: Open until filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Math Tutor and Reading Tutor

  • Cromwell, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Support Staff Date Posted: 3/11/2025 Location: Cromwell Middle School Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Open until filled    POSTING Cromwell Public Schools Position: Math...

Reading Tutor

  • Stratford, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Stratford, CT
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Tutors/Reading Tutor Date Posted: 3/5/2025 Location: Johnson House Elementary School Date Available: Immediately Closing Date: 04/04/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Developmental Reading Teacher, 25-26 School Year

  • New Haven, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 12 days ago

Position Type: Certified Teacher/Reading Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Wilbur Cross High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Teacher - Developmental Reading Location:...

Reading Interventionist

  • Falls Village, CT
  • 17 days ago
  • Falls Village, CT
  • 17 days ago

Instructional Skills: Knowledge of reading strategies, differentiated instruction, data-driven instruction, small-group and one-on-one instruction, classroom management, motivation and engagement, and...

K.T Murphy Elementary School: Long-term Substitute Reading Teacher

  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Substitute/ Long-Term Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 2/13/2025 Location: Stamford, CT    The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of...

Reading Interventionist - 19 hours

  • Cromwell, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Elementary Date Posted: 2/10/2025 Location: Woodside Intermediate School Closing Date: 02/19/2025    POSTING Position: Reading Interventionist 19 hours a week Location:...

Reading Tutor

  • Cromwell, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Support Staff Date Posted: 1/24/2025 Location: Cromwell Middle School Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Open until filled    POSTING Cromwell Public Schools Cromwell, CT...

Long Term Substitute: Reading Teacher

  • Windsor, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 1/22/2025 Location: John F. Kennedy Elementary School    Elementary Classroom Teacher (Long Term Substitute) Position Purpose Under...

Long Term Substitute- Literacy Interventionist

  • East Lyme, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • East Lyme, CT
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Certified - Long Term Substitute/ Literacy Interventionist Date Posted: 1/23/2025 Location: Flanders School Closing Date: 01/31/2025    Description: Long Term Sub -...

Position Type: Support Staff/ Associate Instructor Date Posted: 12/3/2024 Location: Montessori Magnet School Closing Date: 02/03/2025    Associate Instructor Montessori Literacy/math...

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Salary for Reading Specialists Jobs in Connecticut

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Highest Education Level

Reading Specialistss in Connecticut offer the following education background
Master's Degree
65.1%
Doctorate Degree
17.2%
Bachelor's Degree
13.5%
High School or GED
1.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.3%
Associate's Degree
1.2%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%



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