READING INTERVENTIONIST
QUALIFICATIONS: Oklahoma Certificate (required), Minimum 3 years teaching experience, training in
district language arts and reading initiatives (preferred).
REPORTS TO: Principal
DISTRICT DESCRIPTION: At Catoosa Public Schools, we have a positive and professional culture. We embrace a family-like atmosphere. We are collaborative and work together to inspire, prepare, and challenge every child, every day. We are student-centered and make decisions for what is best for students. We have high expectations for our staff, students, and community. And we love to celebrate success. We are proud of who we are and the direction we are heading!
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Reading Interventionist works with administrators, classroom teachers, campus support staff and central office instructional and support staff to plan and implement quality reading instruction as well as interventions for students in need of support. The Reading Interventionist also provides reading and language arts staff development on the campus, evaluates students to determine reading strengths and weaknesses, and plans and implements programming for parent involvement and family reading. Reading programs and design are based on the Science of Reading (SOR).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide support services for students experiencing reading difficulties.
- Evaluate students for strengths and weaknesses in reading/language arts.
- Participate in development of 504 and IEP accommodation and modification plans.
- Test students for dyslexia and provide appropriate instructional interventions for identified students.
- Plan, demonstrate, co-teach, and coach with classroom teachers.
- Meet with grade level teams to assist in implementation of reading/language arts curriculum.
- Serve as a resource for professional materials and instructional strategies/materials.
- Present staff development sessions for grade level teams and campus staff.
- Assist administration in identifying campus weaknesses in reading/language arts.
- Assist teachers in disaggregating and analyzing data from diagnostic benchmarks.
- Assist teachers in developing curriculum-based assessments and instruction.
- Participate in position-related professional development.
- Provide support for family reading opportunities/other campus reading initiatives.
- Work closely with parents to assist students with reading difficulties.
- Perform other duties as directed by administration.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Knowledge of current computer software packages and classroom technology tools.
READING SPECIALIST
QUALIFICATIONS: Oklahoma Reading Specialist Certificate, Oklahoma Early Childhood Certificate, Master’s Degree, minimum 3 years teaching experience, training in district language arts and reading initiatives (preferred).
REPORTS TO: Principal
DISTRICT DESCRIPTION: At Catoosa Public Schools, we have a positive and professional culture. We embrace a family-like atmosphere. We are collaborative and work together to inspire, prepare, and challenge every child, every day. We are student-centered and make decisions for what is best for students. We have high expectations for our staff, students, and community. And we love to celebrate success. We are proud of who we are and the direction we are heading!
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Reading Specialist works with administrators, classroom teachers, campus support staff and central office instructional and support staff to plan and implement quality reading instruction as well as interventions for students in need of support. The Reading Specialist also provides reading and language arts staff development on the campus, evaluates students to determine reading strengths and weaknesses, and plans and implements programming for parent involvement and family reading. Reading programs and design are based on the Science of Reading (SOR).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide support services for students experiencing reading difficulties.
- Evaluate students for strengths and weaknesses in reading/language arts.
- Participate in development of 504 and IEP accommodation and modification plans.
- Test students for dyslexia and provide appropriate instructional interventions for identified students.
- Plan, demonstrate, co-teach, and coach with classroom teachers.
- Meet with grade level teams to assist in implementation of reading/language arts curriculum.
- Serve as a resource for professional materials and instructional strategies/materials.
- Present staff development sessions for grade level teams and campus staff.
- Assist administration in identifying campus weaknesses in reading/language arts.
- Assist teachers in disaggregating and analyzing data from diagnostic benchmarks.
- Assist teachers in developing curriculum-based assessments and instruction.
- Participate in position-related professional development.
- Provide support for family reading opportunities/other campus reading initiatives.
- Work closely with parents to assist students with reading difficulties.
- Perform other duties as directed by administration.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Knowledge of current computer software packages and classroom technology tools.
- Proven ability to work effectively and communicate with parents, community, students and staff.
- Service-oriented mindset and an inclination towards creative problem solving.
- Individuals should be self-motivated, organized and able to manage multiple, diverse projects at once.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Regular classroom/school environment. Regular office environment, including frequent use of electronic email, being able to sit for long periods of time without a break, etc. Normal effort of occasional periods of moderate physical activity. Work is typically performed in an office environment with some travel to other campuses. Interruptions are expected to occur often. Must be able to adapt and respond quickly to constantly changing technology.
DISCLAIMER:
Catoosa Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Catoosa Public School reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.