Reading Specialist

Position Title: Reading Specialist (Long-Term Substitute)Location: East ElementaryAnticipated Start Date: 10/23/24-3/17/2025Duration of Assignment: 17 weeksJob Description: Hingham Public Schools seeks a highly-qualified, knowledgeable educator to join our community of teachers, learners and leaders. The candidate will be responsible for the daily duties of a Reading Specialist (K-2), working alongside their teammates to provide Reading support, intervention, and knowledge.Qualifications: Education: Hold a Bachelors degree or Masters degree in Education or related field of study Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Elementary 1-6 or Early Childhood PreK-2 OR Hold a valid license as a Reading Specialist Experience and knowledge within the role as Reading SpecialistResponsibilities: Maintains currency with the latest developments and research in the field through various means and keeps department members informed of new developments, as needed. Work collaboratively with building-based support services to coordinate and maintain a responsive Tiered Systems of Support program at East Elementary Implement a schedule and deliver services to students requiring support and/or remediation in reading and/or literacy Lead grade level teams in the gathering, analyzing, and interpreting of assessment data and subsequently plan appropriate responses Maintain and analyze data relative to individual students responses to various literacy interventions and statewide assessment systems Maintain productive and consistent communication with Building Principal, Assistant Principals, and the Department Directors Serve as a consultant to teachers regarding methods and materials appropriate to various levels of reading instruction Serve as a member of the Instructional Support Team (IST) and participate in individual case conferences as requestedEmployment and Benefits InformationPlease see this link for information on employment and benefits in the Hingham Public Schools.Hingham Public Schools does not discriminate in its educational and/or operational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender (including pregnancy), gender identity and/or expression (including a transgender identity), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.