Reading Specialist
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Job Description
The Amherst Regional Public School District is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Reading Specialist at the Amherst Regional Middle School.
- The Reading Specialist will provide targeted Tier II literacy instruction and intervention to identified students in seventh and eighth grade in individual and/or small groups for a portion of the school day.
- The Reading Specialist will also work closely and collaboratively with the English department to identify and provide intervention and inclusion based support to students during some English classes.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Coordinate Tier II reading intervention services to middle school students
- Provide explicit reading intervention service using evidence-based programs
- Conduct benchmark assessments at least three times per year
- Collect and manage data collection analysis and sharing of student literacy data to assess student growth inform decisions and improve instruction
- Work collaboratively with the English teachers and administration to assist with systemic planning and implementation
- IDEA Grant Funded Position (Funding after year 2 is To Be Determined)
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Reading license is required. Applicants with a special education license will also be considered if they possess training and experience with explicit reading instruction and methodology (e.g. Orton Gillingham Wilson).
Join Our Team at Amherst Regional Public Schools!
AtAmherst Regional Public Schools we are committed to building astrong dynamic and inclusiveteam. As part of this commitment we have partnered withMindWireand adoptedThe Predictive Index (PI) Behavioral & Cognitive Assessmentsto help us understand candidates natural strengths work styles and potential.
Why Work With Us
We usescience-backed insightsto support:
Better hiring decisions
Stronger team collaboration
Enhanced training and professional growth
Improved workplace communication
Leadership development based on employees strengths and motivations
What to Expect in the Hiring Process
As part of our selection process youll be asked to complete:
Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment A short (7-10 minute) survey that reveals your natural strengths and work style.
Predictive Index Cognitive Assessment(if applicable) A 12-minute timed assessment measuring your ability to learn and is not an IQ test and there are no good or bad scores.
Our Commitment to You
These assessments are just one piece of our hiring and development processthey are never the sole hired you will have access to your results the opportunity to ask questions and support in understanding what they mean for your career growth. If you are not hiredyour assessment results remain confidentialand are typicallynot shared beyond the hiring process. Employers use The Predictive Index assessments solely to evaluate candidates for a specific role andthey do not retain or share results for future use without consent.
At Amherst Regional Public Schools we believe inhiring the best people and helping them succeed. Weve found these insights to be remarkably accurate positive and valuable in identifying natural strengths. Were excited to provide you with this unique perspective to support your success and career development. If youre passionate about education and professional growth we encourage you to apply!
Apply today and become part of a team that values you!
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
