Reading Specialist for the 2024-25 School Year
1 month ago
At City Garden we are redefining public education, reimagining community, and reinvigorating our world.
City Garden is a community-centered and people-centered organization in an exciting point in our growth and expansion. Ours is an environment that celebrates vulnerability and centers humanity in the workplace. To learn more about City Garden’s impact on the community, please read some recent articles about us, found HERE and HERE.
The Reading Specialist will have the responsibility for delivering intensive intervention that improves student achievement in reading and composition skills, with an overall goal of advancing the academic skills needed for success. They will build on a student-centered environment which fosters relationships and promotes continual growth for students and staff.
Reading Specialist will...
- Be an experienced elementary-level reading interventionist
- Be cognizant of current approaches, methods and research in reading development
- Be deeply committed to whole-child education, having proven success and outcomes in meeting children’s needs holistically
- Have a grounding in anti-bias education and antiracist values and principles, and is excited to be part of a school that is reimagining education through these lenses
- Be eager to engage deeply with students, teachers, staff and families as partners
Responsibilities
Planning, Preparation and Instruction
- Works with the Special Services team to identify, diagnose and assist children who have reading difficulties
- Conducts small group targeted instruction for 3-6 students at a time
- Collaborates with teachers to identify, share, and coach best practices for reaching all students
- Monitors and track student progress
- Adapts instructional techniques to meet the diverse needs of individual students
- Serves as a reading consultant and a reading resource person
- Maintains a clear, orderly, and attractive environment, including the care and maintenance of teaching materials and equipment
- Is responsible for the safety of the children left in their charge
- Supports and develops positive relationships within the school community, and protects the privacy and confidentiality of each student and family
- Responds to parent and guardian concerns in a timely manner
- Completes required progress reports in accordance with school policy
Professional Responsibility
City Garden believes all employees must take an active role in their development as professionals and in developing City Garden as an institution of learning.
- Actively participates in a regular evaluation process including classroom observations, feedback conferences, and an annual self-evaluation toward yearly goals which are established with the school principal
- Maintains their teaching skills and participates in professional development activities (both within the school community and attendance at conferences, workshops, etc.)
- Participates in collegial activities designed to make the entire school a productive learning environment, for example, age level meetings, curriculum discussion groups, working committees, mentoring, etc.
- Attends all scheduled meetings and professional days as appropriate
- Maintains certifications in their subject area
Related Duties
- Completes and maintains all records, reports, evaluations, and inventories of student records and tests in a timely manner as may be required by the school
- Responsible for reading and adhering to the guidelines and school policies as established in the employee handbook
Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education; Master’s degree preferred
- Missouri Teacher Certification (Special Reading K-12)
- Experience with Units of Study Reading and Writing along with various reading intervention resources
- At least 3 years of teaching experience required; 5 years preferred, preferably in a public or urban setting
- Demonstrated success working with a diverse student population
- Deeply grounded in racial equity and have strong alignment with anti-bias, anti-racism values
Schedule
School hours: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm OR 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday
Length of Work Year: August to May (10 month contract), including but not limited to professional development, parent/teacher conferences, and preparatory work.
Compensation
This position offers an annual salary ranging from $41,700.00 to $54,000.00 based on level of education, licensing, and years of experience.
Benefits
City Garden offers a range of benefits for Full-time employees such as:
- Generous Paid Time-off (Fall, Winter and Spring breaks, holidays, and additional days)
- Paid Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance)
- Pre-Tax savings for family health premium costs
- Retirement Plan
- Enrollment preference to City Garden Montessori for child(ren) grades K through 8 who reside in Missouri
- Discount tuition for our Preschool program
Powered by JazzHR
XhO4GPUhDG
-
Elementary Reading Interventionist
3 weeks ago
Saint Louis, United States KIPP St. Louis Public Schools Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany DescriptionAt KIPP St. Louis you will work with students and school teams to identify and support students who need extra help to achieve their reading goals. As a reading interventionist, you work with students to improve their phonemic awareness, increase literacy, and a deep understanding of reading on a daily basis....
-
Saint Peters, Missouri, United States Francis Howell School District Full timePosition Type: Support Staff/Behavior Support Specialist Date Posted: 5/16/2024 Location: Fairmount Elementary Closing Date: 05/26/2024 The Francis Howell School District is a great place to live, work and go to school. FHSD is committed to the recruitment and retention of top-notch employees with the determination and drive to create a positive and...
-
Saint Louis, United States City Garden Montessori Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionCity Garden Montessori School (City Garden) is the only Montessori charter school in Missouri, and we are one of the highest-performing charter schools in the state. Our team possesses passion and determination to implement the Montessori approach to educating children in a diverse, public school environment. City Garden is...
-
Saint Cloud, United States School District of Osceola County Full time**Auto req ID** 15033BR **Job description** To assist in the coordination of instruction at the school level **Title** Instructional-2024-25-Learning Resource Specialist **Location** St. Cloud Middle School **Employment type** Full-time **City** St. Cloud **Address line 1** 1975 S Michigan Ave **Job category** Instructional-Non-Classroom **Required...
-
Reading Specialist
3 hours ago
Saint Louis, United States City Garden Montessori Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionCity Garden Montessori School (City Garden) is the only Montessori charter school in Missouri, and we are one of the highest-performing charter schools in the state. Our team possesses passion and determination to implement the Montessori approach to educating children in a diverse, public-school environment. City Garden is...
-
Elementary Lead Teacher
4 weeks ago
Saint Louis, United States City Garden Montessori Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionCity Garden Charter School (City Garden) is one of the highest-performing charter schools in the state. Our team possesses passion and determination to implement the Montessori approach to educating children in a diverse, public school environment. City Garden is committed to being an anti-biased, anti-racist community and seeks...
-
Paraprofessional 2024-25
1 month ago
Saint Louis, United States The Biome School Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: Paraprofessional 2024-2025The Biome SchoolThe Biome is a tuition-free, k-5, public charter school that provides a unique academic experience for children who live in the City of St. Louis. Biome students are actively involved in their own learning and are integral to the development of new ideas and ways of thinking. ...
-
Elementary School Teacher 2024-2025
2 weeks ago
Saint Louis, United States The Biome School Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: Elementary Teacher (4th)2024-2025The Biome School MissionThe Biome engages children in an individualized and challenging educational environment, enriching minds and cultivating confident, creative builders of the future.The Biome SchoolThe Biome is a tuition-free, k-5, public charter school that provides a unique...
-
Junior High Teacher for the 2024-25 School Year
1 month ago
Saint Louis, United States City Garden Montessori Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionCity Garden Charter School (City Garden) is one of the highest-performing charter schools in the state. Our team possesses passion and determination to implement the Montessori approach to educating children in a diverse, public school environment. City Garden is committed to being an anti-biased, anti-racist community and seeks...
-
Support Staff-2024-25-iep Assistant
3 weeks ago
Saint Cloud, United States School District of Osceola County Full time**Auto req ID** 15060BR **Job description** Assist Local Education Agency Representative (LEA), Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Compliance Specialist, ESE teachers in their case management responsibilities and classroom coverage as needed during ESE meetings. **Title** Support Staff-2024-25-IEP Assistant **Location** Narcoossee Middle...
-
Middle School ELA Teacher 24-25 School Year
1 week ago
Saint Louis, United States Kairos Academies Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionMiddle School ELA TeacherSummary We are looking to hire an English instructor with a proven track record of instructing students from middle school through high school in English. Teaching reading, writing, and speaking abilities will fall within the purview of the English instructor.ResponsibilitiesAdapt and implement a...
-
Middle & Upper School Librarian/Media Specialist
3 weeks ago
Saint Albans, Vermont, United States The Walker School Full timeReports to: Head of Middle School and Head of Upper School FLSA Classification: Exempt POSITION DESCRIPTIONThe Walker School is seeking an energetic, dedicated individual to serve as the Middle and Upper School Librarian/Media Specialist beginning with the school year. This position is central in fostering a reading culture in grades 6-12 and supporting our...
-
2024-25 Resume Pool: Operations Team
1 month ago
Saint Louis, United States Kairos Academies Full time2023-24 Resume Pool: Operations TeamCheck out our school virtual tour Summary This job posting is to join our amazing Operations team in the 2024-25 school year! We are beginning to collect applications from candidates and will start the hiring process for specific roles as our team grows and needs emerge in 2024. If you are interested in joining our team,...
-
2024-25 Resume Pool: Operations Team
1 month ago
Saint Louis, United States Kairos Academies Full timeJob DescriptionJob Description2023-24 Resume Pool: Operations TeamCheck out our school virtual tour Summary This job posting is to join our amazing Operations team in the 2024-25 school year! We are beginning to collect applications from candidates and will start the hiring process for specific roles as our team grows and needs emerge in 2024. If you are...
-
2024-25 Resume Pool: Operations Team
1 week ago
Saint Louis, United States Kairos Academies Full timeJob DescriptionJob Description2023-24 Resume Pool: Operations TeamCheck out our school virtual tour Summary This job posting is to join our amazing Operations team in the 2024-25 school year! We are beginning to collect applications from candidates and will start the hiring process for specific roles as our team grows and needs emerge in 2024. If you are...
-
Saint Louis, United States City Garden Montessori Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionCity Garden Montessori School (City Garden) is the only Montessori charter school in Missouri, and we are one of the highest-performing charter schools in the state. Our team possesses passion and determination to implement the Montessori approach to educating children in a diverse, public school environment. City Garden is...
-
School Nurse
1 month ago
Saint Louis, United States Ladue School District Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionSchool Nurse - multiple positions2024-25 School YearRole of the School NurseSupports the physical, mental emotional and social health of students and their success in the learning process. Supports student success by providing health care assessment, identifying problems, planning, intervention, follow-up and evaluation for all...
-
Instructional-2024-25-ese
4 weeks ago
Saint Cloud, United States School District of Osceola County Full time**Auto req ID** 14985BR **Job description** To teach exceptional students according to individual education plans following adopted curriculum, instructional methods, monitoring systems. **Title** Instructional-2024-25-ESE **Location** St. Cloud High School **Employment type** Full-time **City** St. Cloud **Address line 1** 2000 Bulldog Ln **Job...
-
Middle School Math Teacher 24-25 School Year
7 days ago
Saint Louis, United States Kairos Academies Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionMath Teacher Summary In order to strengthen our team, we're looking for a committed math instructor with years of expertise. You will be expected to offer math classes that help pupils improve their theoretical and practical mathematical abilities. ResponsibilitiesAdapt and implement a rigorous, standards-aligned...
-
Middle School Math Teacher 24-25 School Year
4 weeks ago
Saint Louis, United States Kairos Academies Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionMath Teacher Summary In order to strengthen our team, we're looking for a committed math instructor with years of expertise. You will be expected to offer math classes that help pupils improve their theoretical and practical mathematical abilities. ResponsibilitiesAdapt and implement a rigorous, standards-aligned...
