Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Requirement
-The applicant shall provide a transcript that specifies graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in education or closely related field of study.
-Master's degree is preferred. Credentials shall include, at the minimum, strong academic preparation in elementary education with a concentration in literacy; and/or an endorsement in grades K-6, 4-8, or other combination of related endorsement(s) preferred. An endorsement as a reading/literacy specialist is highly preferred.
-Three to five years of experience as a classroom teacher is a requirement for this position.
Essential Job Functions
-Gathers, organizes, and interprets assessment data on identified students;
-Utilizes best practice instructional strategies and research-based intervention curriculum materials to meet the learning needs of identified students;
-Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding of the Virginia English Standards of Learning (SOL) and school division's curricular requirements;
-Selects appropriate instructional materials to meet student needs and increase literacy skills;
-Analyzes existing student achievement data and administers student assessments and monitoring instruments as needed to aid in progress monitoring of students;
-Maintains accurate student records and student progress data reports as required by district policy;
-Attends professional development opportunities;
-Stays abreast of current developments, research and new technology and intervention strategies designed to increase student learning;
-Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with school personnel;
-Promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect and courtesy and models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions with co-workers, customers and clients;
-Follows district guidelines and policies.
-Performs other duties as assigned.
