Elementary Reading Specialist- Coach #27298

Elementary Reading Specialist- Coach #27298 JobID: 27298

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Content Specialist/Coach

Date Posted:

6/6/2024

Location:

Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School

Date Available:

2024-2025 SY

Closing Date:

06/16/2024

District:

  Christina School District  Additional Information: Show/Hide

Position: Elementary Reading Specialist- Coach

Location: Gallaher Elementary

Start Date: 2024-2025 School Year

Salary: Teacher salary schedule based on experience and degree. Salary Schedule can be found on the districts website: FY2024 Teachers Non-Grandfathered - Traditional.pdf (christinak12.org)

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Internal- Qualified applicants must complete an online teaching application and attach license/certification. External- Qualified applicants must complete an online teaching application and attach a letter of interest, resume, recent evaluations and/or student teaching evaluations, transcripts, license/certification. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold or be eligible for State of Delaware Certification as School Reading Specialist (as defined in regulation 1581)

• Minimum of three years of elementary reading specialist teaching experience preferred

• Evidence of data-based decision making

• Working knowledge of reading interventions and strategies

• Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday

• Minimum lifting requirements- 50 pounds (with assistance)

• Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches assigned students using the educational philosophy and policies adopted by the Board of Education to improve math achievement

• Provides one-on-one or small group diagnostic teaching of reading

• Utilizes State and District curriculum guidelines in carrying out teaching assignment.

• Uses available resources, plans and implements a program of study that meets students' needs, interests, and abilities

• Interprets and uses data from a variety of educational sources for the improvement of instruction

• Uses appropriate instructional methods contingent upon available materials

• Identifies students with special learning problems and takes appropriate action

• Identifies groups of students in need of support and accurately uses data to determine needs and instructional response

• Communicates with students, teachers, and families concerning student's academic and behavioral progress

• Acts in ways, which are likely to promote students' feelings of self-worth

• Provides resources and coaching to teachers in the implementation of the process of reading

• Applies the Science of Reading to decisions and instruction

• Keeps accurate records and makes reports as necessary

• Recognizes the importance of parent/guardian and teacher cooperation and confers with parents as appropriate

• Maintains a professional relationship, working cooperatively with all school personnel.

• Pursues opportunities for professional growth

• Leads the MTSS process for reading involving appropriate staff and students

• Other duties as assigned

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position

CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Human Resources Office

1899 S. College Avenue

Newark, DE 19801

PH: 302/552-2600

Visit our website: www.christinak12.org

Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level

The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S College Avenue, Newark, DE 19702; Telephone: (302) 552-2600.