Reading Specialist at Maya Angelou Academy

3 days ago

Washington, United States Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools See Forever Foundation Full time
Job Title: Reading Specialist

Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools See Forever Foundation is seeking a highly skilled Reading Specialist to join our team at Maya Angelou PCS Academy at DC Jail. As a Reading Specialist, you will provide expert attention to the needs of students in the area of reading and writing, and support teachers in the implementation of effective reading and writing instruction.

Responsibilities:
  • Use data to identify students in need of literacy intervention and provide supplemental instruction to struggling readers in the form of individual or small group intervention.
  • Collect and analyze data to evaluate and further develop action plans in response to determined student literacy needs.
  • Continuously monitor the progress of students, both formally and informally, in order to adjust instruction and student grouping.
  • Maintain frequent communication with school administrators regarding data on student literacy growth.
  • Provide resources, organize and lead professional development workshops, and offer ongoing training to school staff on evidence-based literacy practice.
  • Use scaffolding techniques to improve students' reading as well as help teachers become comfortable in implementing evidence-based instructional practice.
  • Coordinate and help administer the various literacy screening, progress monitoring, and diagnostic assessments.
  • Assist in the analysis of school-wide literacy strengths and weaknesses and formulate plans to improve student achievement in reading and teaching effectiveness.
  • Serve as a resource to content area teachers in identifying reading needs, adapting instructional techniques, and selecting appropriate materials for their disciplines.
  • Promote interest in reading by initiating and coordinating reading incentive programs.
  • Keeps abreast of developments, research, and new technology in the field.
  • Performs any other related duties as assigned by the school principal or other appropriate administrators.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in English, reading, education, or related field (required). Master's Degree (preferred).
  • Must have or be eligible for certification by OSSE in the appropriate content area within one (1) year of employment (required).
  • 3+ years of elementary/secondary urban classroom experience.
  • 2+ years as a reading specialist, literacy coach, or related position.
  • Experience working with incarcerated or opportunity youth (preferred).
  • Familiarity with research-based instructional strategies.
Benefits:

Our salaries are comparable to those of other public schools in the District of Columbia area. In addition, See Forever offers a robust benefits plan, including health care coverage, HSA/FSA and dependent care accounts, voluntary dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability options, commuter benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, student loan refinancing options, and the opportunity to positively impact students with a broad range of experiences and backgrounds.

See Forever is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse staff is a better, more effective staff.

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