Literacy Specialist and Orton-Gillingham Certified Educator
Literacy Specialist and Orton-Gillingham Certified Educator
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$ 55000 - 65000
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Job Description
St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) seeks candidates for the position of Literacy Specialist and OrtonGillingham Certified Educator for a Lower School teaching position.
About St. Paul Academy and Summit School:
St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) is a coeducational nonsectarian college preparatory day school serving more than 910 students in Kindergarten through grade 12. Our two campuses are located approximately a mile apart in St. Paul Minnesota serving Grades K5 on our Goodrich Campus and Grades 612 on our Randolph Campus. The school draws students from St. Paul Minneapolis and throughout the eastern and western suburbs.
About the Lower School:
When you walk through the front doors of our Lower School youll immediately feel just how special a place this is for students in Kindergarten through Grade 5. From the welcoming Living Room just inside the front door (often warmed by a cozy fire in the fireplace) to the bright and spacious classrooms and hallways adorned with student artwork to the five acres of open green space just outside our back door the Lower School is designed around the academic social and emotional needs of young children. Our culture is defined by our warm and welcoming community our commitment to diversity equity and inclusion and our innovative curriculum.
Our small classes 7:1 student/teacher ratio and teamteaching model are the building blocks of the Lower School experience along with the TOOLBOX social/emotional program which gives both children and adults a common language for community values and problemsolving.
For more information about the Lower School please visit the Lower School section of our website.
The Christopher Center Pathways Program at SPA is designed for students in Grades 26 with high academic potential and a primary diagnosis of dyslexia. Using the OrtonGillingham approach the program supports students in their acquisition of skills in reading spelling writing and math.
For additional information about the schools curriculum community and culture please visit our website at .
Position Begins: August 2025
Status: 1.0 FTE Exempt 10 months (follows the faculty calendar)
Department: Center for Learning and Teaching LS (K3
Annual Salary: $55000 $65000
Benefits:
Benefits include a comprehensive health insurance plan through HealthPartners Nice healthcare (a free virtual and inperson health plan) dental insurance vision insurance life and disability insurance generous paid time off and free lunch during the school year. The retirement plan is through TIAA and has a generous matching contribution. The School offers a robust program of professional development career growth and leadership opportunities. A sabbatical program is also available. Tuition remission is also available for children of employees as well as complimentary before and afterschool care.
Description:
The ideal professional is someone who is innovative collaborative devoted to culturally competent learning and holds a deep understanding of neurodiversity. The ideal candidate will possess the skills to provide literacy support for students experiencing reading difficulties serve as a literacy resource for faculty and track data to assess student progress. Candidates should thrive in and welcome an environment where lifelong learning and the ongoing pursuit of seeking professional development in best practices are valued and expected.
Required skills:
Bachelors degree in elementary education reading and writing education or a related field is required.
A masters degree with a concentration in reading and writing education is preferred
3 years of teaching experience
Experience working with students who have been diagnosed with dyslexia learning disabilities and/or ADHD
Knowledge in the following areas:
Knowledge of OrtonGillingham grammar reading comprehension strategies and writing instruction.
Strong technology skills and knowledge of assistive technology for students with languagebased learning differences or reading challenges
Experience with reading/writing workshop models preferred but not required
Experience with Wilson Fundations or similar phonics programs preferred
As importantly we seek candidates who are committed to developing and practicing cultural competence in their teaching and able to operate effectively in diverse environments while also interacting successfully with people from widely varying backgrounds. In addition candidates should be able to:
Create developmentally appropriate curricula
Establish a supportive and engaging classroom environment for students
Differentiate instruction and materials to meet the needs of all students
Work collaboratively with teaching partners other colleagues and parents/guardians
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues students and families; a collaborative style an approachable demeanor and a demonstrated ability to establish rapport and trusting relationships with people from diverse identities and cultural backgrounds.
Utilize effective crosscultural communication skills to operate effectively in diverse environments and interact successfully with people from widely varying backgrounds.
How to Apply:
The position includes a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest resume statement of teaching philosophy and a list of references.
SPA is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff and maintaining a workplace culture in which all are treated equitably.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
