Reading Specialist

Elementary School Reading Specialist
School #4- September 2025 start


Job Summary:

• Knowledge of language development, the reading process, and the components of reading performance to assess sand instruct.
• provide diagnostic testing to determine students reading challenges and determine reading programs appropriate to a student's reading difficulty to remediate reading challenges.
• Plan and implement sequential learning experiences for students using a variety of instructional strategies, consistent with the district and school's philosophy, mission statement, instructional goals, school level objectives, and the current NJ Curriculum Standards.
• Engage learners in small groups for a range of specific strategies and activities to increase reading skills.
• Identify and select appropriate texts and materials to match students' strengths and needs and promote knowledge, independence, and motivation.

Additional Duties 

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles. 
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. 
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. 
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. 
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. 

• NJ Reading Specialist Certificate
• Wilson Reading or Orton Gillingham Certified

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment. 
• Masters Degree in related area preferred.