Job Title: Student Learning Support Specialist Reading (Elementary) Wage/Hour Status: ExemptReports to: Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Pay TableDept./School: Silver Lake Elementary Date Revised: Primary Purpose:To instruct students in need of literacy intervention as determined by campus administration and teachers, priority given to K-2 students; Provide support for teachers related to effective literacy strategies; Conduct student assessments in order to diagnose reading difficulties and better target instruction.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or universityA minimum of 3 years classroom teaching experienceMaster's degree with Reading Specialist certification preferredMajor Responsibilities and Duties:
- Improve the reading skills of assigned students.
- Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and maintain ongoing documentation of student progress.
- Assess students formally and informally for the purpose of planning instructional activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students' progress, expectations, and goals.
- Promptly handle paperwork and reports related to literacy assessments.
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to design/support accommodations for regular curricula as needed.
- Collaborate with teachers regarding effective literacy strategies for students and others needing Tier 2/3 intervention.
- Advise parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting the teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
- Attend after hours meetings occasionally for purposes of parent education and/or building relationships with parents and teachers..
- Seek out professional learning and resources to ensure necessary skills and proficiencies to support students effectively.
- Maintain a professional and positive relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
- Report incidents for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, district and/or school policies.
Working Conditions:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.