Reading Specialist – Interventionist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Oversee instructional programs tailored for students with individualized requirements, as well as those needing Tier Two and Tier Three evidence-based interventions in Reading.

• Engage in the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) process along with the mandated procedures outlined in the Virginia Literacy Act.

• Deliver intervention and monitor progress for students with identified gaps based on prior state assessments and current performance levels.

• Collaborate effectively with fellow teachers and administration to ensure that the school's MTSS initiatives are aligned with enhancing student achievement.

• Identify at-risk students by evaluating their grades, screening results, and test scores that fall below proficiency standards.

• Provide both synchronous and asynchronous instructional sessions tailored to the unique needs of students.

• Administer and report on State Standardized Testing, which includes but is not limited to WIDA, VALLSS Screeners, CIP Benchmarks, SOL tests, Work Keys, ASVAB, and WIZE.

• Keep accurate records of attendance, communication logs, MTSS meeting minutes, PLP progress monitoring, and related documentation.

• Maintain an up-to-date grade book.

• Manage a homeroom and fulfill all associated homeroom responsibilities.

• Provide weekly synchronous lessons.

• Oversee the completion of asynchronous interventions and communicate with administration and families regarding progress.

• Collaborate with reading and English language arts teachers to plan for flexible student groupings.

• Draft and oversee 504 accommodations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be highly qualified and certified to teach in Virginia for middle and high school levels, or an educator who has successfully completed the Reading Specialist microcredential course.

• Possess strong technological skills, particularly with Google Suite and Zoom.

• Ability to analyze, create, implement, and track intervention plans and strategies effectively.

• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Demonstrated ability to manage time efficiently.

• Strong organizational capabilities.

• Customer-focused mindset.

• High level of adaptability.

• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Track record of being a cooperative team player.

• Willingness to travel occasionally for marketing and state testing events, which may include overnight stays.

• Must be able to travel multiple times a year for state testing, professional development, and field trips, occasionally requiring overnight travel.

• Proficient in using a personal electronic device and maintaining an email address for two-step authentication.

🏝️ Benefits

• Tuition-free online education.

• Supportive and inclusive environment.

• Opportunities for professional development.