District Reading Specialist
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Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/InterventionistDate Posted: 9/9/2024Location: Administration Building Job Description District Reading Specialist Conway Public School DistrictQualifications:

Master's degree in Education

PK-12 Grade Reading Specialist Licensure

Valid Arkansas teaching license with Reading Specialist endorsement

Minimum of 5 years teaching experience

Minimum of 5 years explicit reading instruction

Minimum of 5 years instructional facilitation experience

Demonstrated expertise through data outcomes in literacy instruction and intervention strategies

Familiarity with Arkansas literacy standards and assessments

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to lead quality professional learning experiences for adult learners

Proficiency in using educational technology and data management systems

Experience with dyslexia interventions

Knowledge of English Language Learner (ELL) literacy strategies

Training in structured literacy approaches

Reports to: Elementary Curriculum Coordinator Supervises: Not applicable. Terms of Employment: The length of the contract will be 190 days. Evaluation: Based on local district policy and Arkansas Department of Education guidelines, and performed by the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction. Job Goal: The CPSD Reading Specialist will be a highly qualified, dedicated, and results driven certified professional. The district reading specialist will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating effective reading programs across grade levels to improve student literacy outcomes. Performance Responsibilities:

Assess student reading abilities and identify areas for improvement

Design and implement research-based reading interventions for struggling readers

Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate effective reading strategies into daily practice

Provide professional development for teachers and instructional coaches on best practices in literacy instruction

Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as needed

Analyze reading assessment data to inform instructional decisions

Support the implementation of the Arkansas Science of Reading Initiative

Coordinate with classroom teachers and instructional coaches to address reading needs of students receiving additional support

Coordinate with special education teams to address reading needs of students

Maintain accurate records of student progress and interventions

Communicate regularly with the district curriculum and instruction team regarding student reading progress

Serve as a member on school Response To Intervention committees for students identified with Literacy needs

This job description is in no way an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. Conway Public Schools reserves the right to add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.