Reading Interventionist
Dolton - Riverdale School District 148 · Riverdale, United States
FULL TIME
Job Description
DOLTON WEST SCHOOL DISTRICT 148
READING INTERVENTIONIST
Position Classification: Certified Reading Interventionist
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Reading Interventionist provides targeted reading instruction and support to students in grades K-8 who are identified as performing below grade level in reading. The interventionist collaborates with classroom teachers, administrators, and support staff to design and implement evidence-based reading interventions, monitor student progress, and promote literacy achievement for all learners.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, the Reading Interventionist must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. This includes a high level of proficiency in written and oral communication skills. The position requires:
Minimum Qualifications
Salary/Benefits: In alignment with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The District offers fringe benefits, including life, medical, dental and vision insurance.
Reports To: Director of Curriculum for Reading/ELA and Social Studies and/or Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit all application materials via district website:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The district is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and Illinois employment laws.
READING INTERVENTIONIST
Position Classification: Certified Reading Interventionist
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Reading Interventionist provides targeted reading instruction and support to students in grades K-8 who are identified as performing below grade level in reading. The interventionist collaborates with classroom teachers, administrators, and support staff to design and implement evidence-based reading interventions, monitor student progress, and promote literacy achievement for all learners.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, the Reading Interventionist must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. This includes a high level of proficiency in written and oral communication skills. The position requires:
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Education required; Master's degree in Reading, Literacy, or a related field preferred.
- Certification: Valid teaching license; Reading Specialist endorsement or certification preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years teaching experience, with demonstrated success in reading instruction and intervention.
- Deep understanding of the science of reading and developmentally appropriate literacy instruction.
- Strong knowledge of reading assessments and data analysis.
- Ability to differentiate instruction and adjust teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with current literacy programs and instructional technologies.
- 10-month position
- Travel between schools required
- Occasional evening Superintendent, Board of Education and/or Community presentations
- Provide small group and individualized reading instruction aligned to students' specific needs.
- Assess students using formal and informal measures to determine reading levels, strengths, and areas of need.
- Analyze data to identify students for intervention and monitor ongoing progress.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop and adjust intervention plans.
- Implement research-based strategies in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
- Support classroom instruction through modeling and co-teaching literacy strategies.
- Participate in the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) process.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of student performance and progress.
- Communicate with parents/guardians regarding student progress and strategies for home support.
- Attend professional development sessions to remain current in literacy instruction and intervention strategies.
- Assist in the development and implementation of schoolwide literacy initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Curriculum for Reading/ELA and/or Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction.
Salary/Benefits: In alignment with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The District offers fringe benefits, including life, medical, dental and vision insurance.
Reports To: Director of Curriculum for Reading/ELA and Social Studies and/or Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit all application materials via district website:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The district is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and Illinois employment laws.
Details
| Company | Dolton - Riverdale School District 148 |
| Location | Riverdale, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | education |