Literacy Interventionist

Position Summary:Atlas Elementary seeks a passionate and skilled Literacy Interventionist to provide targeted reading support to small groups of students. Using the CKLA and HD Word curricula, the Literacy Interventionist will play a vital role in helping students build foundational reading skills, ensuring they meet grade-level expectations. This position involves close collaboration with teachers, data-driven instruction, and contributing to schoolwide literacy goals to foster a love for reading and improve literacy outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deliver Targeted Literacy Support:
   • Provide structured phonics instruction to small groups of students using CKLA or HD Word curriculum.
   • Address skill gaps in phonics, decoding, and foundational reading through systematic and evidence-based practices.
2. Use Data to Drive Instruction:
   • Analyze literacy assessment data (e.g., CKLA Skills assessments, MAP Fluency, CORE Phonics, AimswebPlus) to identify students for intervention and monitor progress.
   • Adjust lesson plans and instructional strategies based on individual student needs.
3. Collaborate with Classroom Teachers:
   • Partner with classroom teachers to ensure alignment between intervention strategies and core classroom instruction.
   • Provide feedback and recommendations to support student literacy development in all settings.
4. Monitor Progress and Maintain Records:
   • Conduct regular progress monitoring and document student growth using school-approved tools and systems.
   • Share progress updates with teachers, leadership, and families to ensure all stakeholders are informed and engaged.
5. Engage and Motivate Students:
   • Create a supportive and engaging learning environment to boost student confidence and enthusiasm for reading.
   • Employ diverse instructional strategies to address various learning styles.
6. Participate in Professional Development:
   • Engage in ongoing training to enhance expertise in phonics instruction, the Science of Reading, and intervention best practices.
   • Actively contribute to professional learning communities and team discussions focused on literacy.
7. Support Family Engagement:
   • Communicate regularly with families about student progress and strategies to support literacy at home.
   • Provide resources and guidance to strengthen the home-school connection in literacy development.
8. Contribute to Schoolwide Literacy Goals:
   • Participate in planning and implementing schoolwide initiatives to promote literacy and a culture of reading.
   • Assist in literacy-focused events, campaigns, or activities that support school goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Reading, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Teaching certification required; reading endorsement, specialized literacy certification, or special education certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience with a focus on literacy instruction.
• Strong knowledge of the Science of Reading, structured literacy instruction, and evidence-based intervention strategies.
• Proficiency in using literacy assessment tools and data to drive instruction.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, staff, and families.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students.