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TITLE:                                  READING SPECIALIST

QUALIFICATIONS:           1.  Hold a master's degree in a reading specialty.

2.   Valid New Jersey Certificate as a teacher and reading 

      specialist.   

3.   At least five (5) years of experience in public schools.

4.   Such other qualifications as the Board of Education 

      may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO:                     PRINCIPAL

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1.         PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

a.         Provide resources and training to school staff on scientifically based 

reading research and evidence-based practices;

            b.         Coach (e.g. co-teach, model, demonstrate, observe, and provide 

feedback) classroom teachers on the implementation of core,

supplemental, and intensive intervention approaches for the reading and 

the use of data from valid and reliable assessments as the basis for instructional decision making.

            c.         Provide support for the implementation of the reading programs and 

approaches selected by the district.

            d.         Facilitate a support network for teaches as they implement recommended 

instructional practices; include opportunities for teachers to visit one 

another's classroom to observe the implementation of specified practices.

2.         ASSESSMENT

            a.         Lead the administration of reading screening, progress monitoring,

diagnostic, and outcomes measures.   

            b.         Work with the Director of Curriculum, literacy supervisors, coaches

                        and teachers on the compilation and interpretation of assessment data, to

                        determine adequate progress or those in need of supplemental or intensive 

                        intervention as well as grouping for core instruction.

1. Be familiar with the administration and interpretation of in-depth diagnostic measures or additional assessments commonly used in schools.

3.         CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION     

            a.         Use available guidance for reviewing core, supplemental and intensive 

intervention materials under consideration for purchases for evidence of 

alignment with NJ standards.

            b.         Know how to implement a range of effective strategies, analyze 

instruction, and provide clear, specific information on strategy 

implementation.

c.          Help organize and lead school, school and district professional development opportunities to disseminate reading content knowledge to all teachers.

d.         Provide direct instruction to students deemed in need of reading intervention as determined to be appropriate by the district.

4.         SCHOOL LIAISON

a.         Meet regularly with the district literacy supervisors, literacy coaches, building principals, CST members and others to assess the progress of the implementation of program improvements and to modify elements as necessary.

b.         Participate actively in school literacy team and district literacy team meetings.

c.         Assist in the analysis of school-wide literacy strengths and weaknesses and formulate plans to improve student achievement in reading and teaching effectiveness.

d.         Create an atmosphere of trust and collaboration among staff to promote professional growth and accelerate the reading achievement of all students.

e.         Attend all professional development and networking meetings designed for reading specialists.

In the performance of the above, the Reading Specialist shall visit the schools regularly 

and work cooperatively with the administrators and teachers. 

TERMS OF

EMPLOYMENT:       Ten (10) month position; governed by the Teachers' Association                            contract and calendar.

EVALUATIONS:      Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state laws and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of certified staff.

Wage or Salary Information

Certified Teaching Staff:  Salary Range $ 58,999  $95,621

Benefits Information

Enrollment in TPAF (Teacher's Pension and Annuity Fund) and Group Life Insurance   through NJ Department of Pensions and Benefits

AmeriHealth New Jersey Educators Health Plan (Medical)

Benecard (Prescription)

Delta Dental (Dental)

Ameriflex (FSA) Flexible Spending Account

Opt-Out of Benefits Annual Waiver. Range: up to $5,000 per year

Ten Paid Sick days, Three Personal Days

Eligibility for enrollment in 403b Tax Shelter Annuity Plans. Vendors: MetLife/Brighthouse, Equitable,Midland or Lincoln Investment Planning.

Eligibility for enrollment in Disability, Life, Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement Plans with Colonial Life Insurance.

Eligibility for enrollment in Disability Insurance with Prudential, Colonial Life, or AFLAC.

Extra Compensation Programs

Extra-Curricular Stipends

After School Tutoring and Homebound Tutoring

Professional Development Workshops in the District