Reading and ESL Interventionist

7 days ago

Andover, Massachusetts, United States North Andover Public Schools Full time
Reading Interventionist (Grades 1-5) & ESL Specialist

North Andover Public Schools

Start Date: January 12

The North Andover Public Schools is seeking a highly skilled and passionate Reading Interventionist who is also dual-certified in English as a Second Language (ESL) to serve students in grades 1 through 5. The successful candidate will provide targeted, evidence-based reading intervention to small groups and individual students, while also applying specialized ESL methodologies to support our English learners' language acquisition and literacy development within the context of high-quality curriculum.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Reading Interventionist & ESL Specialist include, but are not limited to, the following:

Instruction and Intervention

Design and deliver direct, explicit, and systematic reading instruction to small groups and individual students in grades 1-5, utilizing research-based intervention programs.Teach High Quality Curriculum materials directly, ensuring fidelity to the program's intended scope and sequence, particularly in foundational reading skills (phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension).Scaffold High Quality Curriculum Materials using specialized ESL strategies and techniques to meet the linguistic and academic needs of various learners, including English learners and students with diverse learning profiles.Utilize data from screeners, progress monitoring tools, and state assessments to identify students requiring intervention and to continuously adjust instruction.

Assessment and Data Analysis

Administer and interpret a variety of reading and language assessments to determine student proficiency, monitor progress, and measure the effectiveness of intervention services.Maintain accurate and timely records of student performance and intervention outcomes.Collaborate with classroom teachers and specialists to analyze student data and participate in data-driven decision-making processes.

Collaboration and Consultation

Consult regularly with classroom teachers to co-plan and implement effective strategies for integrating language and literacy support within the general education classroom.Provide professional guidance and resources to staff on best practices in reading instruction, including explicit phonics, and the implementation of effective ESL strategies.Act as a liaison for English learners, collaborating with families and community resources as appropriate.Participate in school-wide and district professional development related to literacy, language acquisition, and curriculum implementation.

Qualifications

Massachusetts Educator Certification

Required: Massachusetts Licensure as a Reading Specialist (All Levels) or equivalent certification.Required: Massachusetts Licensure as an ESL/SEI Teacher (PreK-6 or Dual certification is mandatory.

Experience

Minimum of 3-5 years of successful experience as a classroom teacher or specialist working with elementary-aged students.Proven experience in delivering evidence-based reading intervention and using data to drive instructional decisions.Demonstrated experience in implementing sheltering/scaffolding techniques for English learners.

Knowledge and Skills

Deep understanding of the science of reading, including the components of effective literacy instruction and intervention.Strong knowledge of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and WIDA ELD standards.Proficiency in utilizing a variety of instructional technologies to enhance learning.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, copies of Massachusetts teaching licenses, and three current letters of recommendation through the North Andover Public Schools online application system. North Andover Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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