READING INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

Hamilton Elementary School

57550 Mitchell Rd.
Anza, CA 92539

DEFINITION: Under direction of Director Literacy & Intervention and Director of Elementary Education, the Reading Intervention Specialist is to provide reading intervention instruction to students in Grades K - 5; to plan, develop, organize, and conduct a comprehensive reading intervention program for early childhood and primary grade students; to assist students, parents, and others in aiding students to gain grade level proficiency in reading; and to do other related functions as may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assess students via screeners, diagnostic surveys and/or other assessment tools to determine student’s area of need and design an intervention teach and instruct students in reading;
• Utilize an adopted course of study, program guides, and a variety of other District-approved materials in developing lesson planning, and in the development of teaching outlines;
• Pursue a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing students, including instruction, demonstration, lecture, activity participation, and using specialized educational equipment, materials, and aids;
• Teach and instruct pupils in citizenship and other subject matter specified by legal mandates, District policies and regulations;
• Prepare, develop and utilize a variety of instructional materials appropriate for the instructional level of students within a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity;
• Review, analyze, and evaluate the history, background, and assessment of students in designing a reading intervention program to meet specific individual educational needs;
• Provide individual and group reading intervention instruction;
• Establish and maintain appropriate standards of student behavior, utilizing a variety of behavior management strategies and techniques, including behavior modification, reinforcement and other positive behavior shaping processes;
• Regularly review, analyze, and evaluate academic and social growth, and records appropriate analyses and perceptions;
• Prepare progress reports to parents and others concerning student academic and social growth;
• Administer, score, and record the results of a variety of criterion referenced and standardized tests in evaluating student progress in reading;
• Counsel, confer, and communicate with parents, regarding student progress, and to interpret the educational program;
• Assist and cooperate with school and District personnel in assessing student needs, in the development of alternative solutions to individual educational planning, and in the adapting of curriculum offerings to meet individual educational needs;
• Plan, create, and maintain an effective learning environment through the utilization of functional and aesthetically attractive displays, exhibits, bulletin boards, interest, learning, and activity centers;
• Select and requisition appropriate educational supplies, materials, books, equipment, and learning aids;
• Collaborate with and support/mentor staff on effective reading instruction;
• Participate in professional growth trainings for reading intervention specialists;
• Establish and maintain a suitable room environment through the proper control of heating, lighting, and ventilation;
• Perform non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instruction development, student supervision, and advisory and consultation activities;

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledge Of:

• Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of elementary grade students in the area of reading;
• Child growth and development and behavior characteristics of the elementary grade child;
• Educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and the educational trends and research findings pertaining to early childhood educational programming;
• Behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures;
• Socio-economic and cultural background differences of the general school

Ability To:

• Plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive reading intervention program for students in Grades K - 5 or a combination of these grades;
• Close the achievement gap for students with greatest need in the area of
• Provide effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds and with varying mental, social, and emotional levels;
• Effectively assess the educational needs of students, and design, develop, and implement sound individualized educational plans;
• Provide an attractive, inviting and stimulating learning environment;
• Perform research and development activities pertaining to elementary curriculum and reading instruction programs, pilot projects, and innovative programs designed to enhance student educational opportunities and experiences;
• Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions;
• Work effectively with staff, students and public;
• Make independent decisions;
• Work autonomously;
• Organize task, set priorities and meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks;
• Demonstrate good judgment and good problem-solving skills;
• Direct and instruct others;
• Respond appropriately to evaluation and changes in the work

EDUCATION:

• Possession of a Baccalaureate or higher degree with emphasis in elementary education, a subject matter field commonly taught in the elementary grades, or closely related field areas.

CREDENTIAL:

• General Elementary, General Primary, Standard Elementary or Multiple CLAD, BCLAD, SADAIE certification is required

EXPERIENCE/OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a Reading Certificate and/or Reading and Literacy Added Authorization or Specialist Credential and/or three years experience teaching reading in grades TK-5 (Grade K-3 experience preferred)
• LETRS Certificate of Mastery desired or LETRS program in progress desired

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position must perform in carrying out the essential functions of the position.

Physical Demands: Sit, stand, reach, look down, turn neck (frequently); walk, bend, stoop, squat, push, pull, climb stairs, reach above shoulders (occasionally); kneel, crawl, lay down, use foot controls (infrequently); lift/carry items to 10 pounds (frequently), to 25 pounds (occasionally) and 26 – 90 pounds (students, in emergencies); grasp/manipulate materials and supplies (frequently); use seeing, hearing and speaking (continuously).

Working Conditions: Indoor classrooms, outdoor school yard and grounds. Exposure to: student and playground noise, communicable diseases, unruly students, air conditioning, seasonal temperatures, dust, wind, pesticides and possible smog.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position.

COMPENSATION:

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April, 2022