Teacher - Reading Specialist Grades 5-8
Teacher - Reading Specialist Grades 5-8
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Orchard FarmMiddle Schoolis seeking a certified teacher Reading Specialistto join our team for theschool year!The Reading Specialist will provide direct intervention support to struggling students and assist teachers and staff with the implementation of appropriate evidencebased strategies to increase student proficiency in reading.
Our mission is to empower each learner to excel in diverse communities.Orchard Farm School District is located in St. Charles County MO with a current enrollment of approximately 2600 students and growing.Over the last decade new developments like Charlestowne and New Town situated along Highway 370 have contributed significantly to our increase in enrollment. Orchard Farm has beennamedby staff as a Top Workplace since 2017.
The Orchard Farm School District offers a great benefit package including health dental vision and life insurance paid for the employee by the district. Paid time off tuition reimbursement and professional development are also offered by the district. Retirement Pension plan offered through PSRS/PEERS along with many supplemental policies and 403/457(b) plans.
Join OFSD staff andbe an EAGLE. Lets SOAR to new heights together. Apply Today!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university
- Valid Missouri teaching certification
- Knowledge of state standards federal and state regulations and law
- Knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques
- Knowledge of best practices in curriculum and reading instruction
- Knowledge of subject matter content and assessment strategies
- Ability to relate to students staff and parents in a positivemanner
- Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and in writtenform
- Ability to follow written and oral communication
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to collaborate with staff
An individual who holds this position is required to:
- Have a thorough understanding of evidencebased instructional best practices.
- Exhibit theoretical and researchbased knowledge of the Science of Reading language acquisition and child development.
- Provide intensive reading instruction in phonemic awareness phonics fluency vocabulary comprehension and spelling for students performing below expected proficiency levels.
- Research teach and model best practices used to address the needs of those students who struggle with reading and writing.
- Create and implement researchbased lessons to teaching reading at tiers 1 2 and 3
- Utilize and implement effective classroom management strategies and techniques to promote a positive learning environment
- Establish rapport and communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and other educational concerns
- Prepare lesson plans for use by a substitute teacher
- Coordinate assist and support with the implementation of Reading Success Plans
- Complete and submit forms and required reports in a timely manner
- Work with teachers and administrators to develop and use appropriate literacy strategies implementation plans and assessment tools.
- Assist teachers in utilizing a variety of ongoing skillbased assessments to inform and differentiate instruction
- Assist with leading and implementing district and schoolwide reading initiatives
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students peers parents and staff members
- Participate in building grade level and subject area committees/departments/team meetings
- Participate in professional development activities
- Participate as a member of an IEP team 504 team or other student assistance teams as requested
- Implement special educational plans such as 504 plans individual educational programs and individual health plans
- Willingness to learn new skills and perform a variety of tasks
- Report suspected abuse neglect discrimination and harassment as directed by Board policy
- Perform other duties as assigned by building and/or district administrator(s)
APPLICATION MATERIALS:
- Current Resume
- Transcripts(unofficial copy for application purpose)
- Certificate(s)
- 3 Letters of Recommendation(preferred)
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
