Literacy Specialist - 1/2 Time

This posting will close at 5:00 pm on Sunday, July 14, 2024

Location: Dilley Elementary School

FTE: .50
Start date: August 26, 2024
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Job Title: TEACHER LITERACY SPECIALIST

POSITION SUMMARY

The Literacy Specialist promotes and develops successful reading instruction for students and performs related duties in accordance with District Policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Literacy Specialist is responsible for group and individual instruction of reading for students who meet district and state guidelines.

The Literacy Specialist also maintains a cooperative attitude with staff, parents,and students. The Literacy Specialist reports to the Principal and/or Designated Administrator and does not supervise any employees.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement a variety of assessment instruments to determine eligibility and instructional needs of students in reading
Provide pre- and post- assessment data to program supervisor
Provide a variety of situational appropriate instructional techniques and methods
Promote high levels of achievement in relation to individual abilities
Use techniques and methodologies appropriate to student abilities
Use current and relevant subject matter
Act as an instructional leader in the area of reading
Coordinate and develop the schools' reading program based on guidelines established by the District and state and federal governments
Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of Structured Literacy
Exhibit a high level of experience and knowledge of dyslexia
Provide information to teachers about best practices in the area of reading
Assist mainstream teachers in the location and preparation of reading materials
Assist with developing services and learning opportunities for teachers and instructional assistants
Knowledge of MTSS and how it can most effectively provide multi-layers of support to students
Plan family involvement activities in Title 1 schools in coordination with principal
Collaborate with teachers on the use of assessment data to plan instruction; analyze school literacy data and plan for future literacy needs
Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction
Organize instruction using learning objectives with clearly defined student outcomes
Employ teaching strategies congruent with planned student outcomes
Select teaching strategies emphasizing involvement
Monitor student learning and pace instruction accordingly
Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective student learning
Develop classroom expectations by use of PAX and implement strategies with all students
Communicate goals and academic expectations to students
Provide for the health and safety of students in all instructional settings
Prepare effectively for class
Prepare daily lesson plans
Provide instruction based on District approved curriculum and standards
Provide instruction predicated on course goals and objectives
Develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships
Model personal behaviors of honesty, fairness, courtesy and consideration
Maintain a cooperative relationship with administration staff, students and parents
Communicate with parents, counselors and students
Communicate with classified, licensed and administrative staff
Instruct and direct assigned instructional assistants to maximize delivery of instructional services
Provide documentation of student progress
Provide timely and accurate feedback/documentation to students and parents
Maintain appropriate records of student performance
Keep parents and teachers informed through written and oral communication
Build motivation and interest in learning
Exhibit personal interest and encourage student interest in the subject area
Maintain a current awareness of literature/activities in reading
Maintain an ongoing personal program of professional growth and development
Develop and implement annually an approved plan for professional growth and development
Identify and request to attend professional workshop activities intended to increase the teacher's instructional effectiveness
Participate in District sponsored inservice and additional offerings appropriate to assignment
Perform other related duties as assigned by the principal and/or superintendent
Perform duties in accordance with District policy and terms set forth in the negotiated agreement
Assist in the enforcement of school and District rules and policies
Assume a share of responsibility for non-classroom student activities with the assigned workday

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain consistent and predictable attendance to meet the requirements of the position
Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience Required
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of education
Skills
Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons
Knowledge
Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education code

Abilities
Demonstrates command of oral and written English language
Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers
Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds in English, Spanish, or other languages related to the job
Ability to work harmoniously with others
Ability to drive to other program sites and meetings

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required
Holds an appropriate license from Teacher Standards and Practices Commission in the State of Oregon and a reading endorsement.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In an eight-hour day employee may:
Stand/Walk [ ] None [ ] 1-4 hrs [ ] 4-6 hrs [X] 6-8 hrs
Sit [ ] None [ ] 1-3 hrs [ ] 3-5 hrs [X] 5-8 hrs
Drive [ ] None [X] 1-3 hrs [ ] 3-5 hrs [ ] 5-8 hrs
Employee may use hands for repetitive:
[X] Single Grasping [X] Pushing and Pulling [X] Fine Manipulation
Employee may use feet for repetitive movement as in operating foot controls:
[X] Yes [ ] No
Employee may need to:
Bend [X] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Not at all
Squat [X] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Not at all
Climb Stairs [ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Not at all
Lift [ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Not at all
Lifting:
[ ] Sedentary Work: Lifting 10 pounds occasionally with frequent sitting and occasional standing/walking.
[ ] Light Work: Lifting 20 pounds occasionally with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
[X] Medium Work: Lifting 50 occasionally, 25 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
[ ] Medium Heavy Work: Lifting 75 pounds occasionally, 35 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
[ ] Heavy Work: Lifting 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
The Forest Grove School District is an equal opportunity employer and provides services to the public on an equal opportunity basis and does not discriminate in employment or the provision of public services on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, citizenship or marital status.

Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Director of Human Resources at the Forest Grove School District, 503-359-2414.