ELEMENTARY SCHOOL READING SPECIALIST

MARY R. FISHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLREADING SPECIALISTSalary: Per Union Contract Reports To: MRFES PrincipalGeneral Duties: Creates and delivers engaging and rigorous lessons to diverse groups of students at all levels. Promotes enthusiasm for learning. Adheres to district curriculum, state, and national standards.

Collects and reports detailed student data and performance. Maintains classroom order. **Reading Specialist will be required to register for Orton-Gillingham Certification.Responsibilities: Provides a safe, positive learning environment for studentsCommunicates with any and all staff who works with studentsCommunicates with parents per school guidelines on a regular basisIdentifies and provides long term and short-term objectives for the academic, physical, social, and emotional needs of children in planning their educational needsPrepares well-planned lessons consistent with goals and objectives of school and districtAdapts and revises lesson plans to meet specific student needs, complies with relevant information supports for each studentEffectively delivers lessons in a comprehensive wayManages the diverse ability levels of all students and assists students with extra help and seeks out those who need itMaintains order and discipline among students while promoting safety and compliance with school rules and guidelines in a positive and responsive mannerKeeps current and relevant in curriculum, assessment, and teaching and learningSelects and employs a variety of teaching techniques in presenting materials to students, providing individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learningDemonstrates a high degree of academic competence in certification areaMaintains a growth mindset toward student learning, teaching practices, and personal / collective professional developmentDemonstrates a high degree of self-efficacy, holds himself/herself accountable for learner outcomesFacilitates problem-solving, with a curious mind and critical thinking skills, showing a high degree of creative application in the implementation of data driven curriculum and practiceUses data and assessment information for diagnostic and modification purposes and to inform instructionCooperates and maintains harmonious relationships with co-workers and administrators by sharing ideas and instructional methodsContributes to committees and faculty meetingsFacilitates the development the self-worth and dignity of studentsRecognizes the relationship between social-emotional and academic performanceMaintains accurate records and submits required reports within designated time limitsTakes care of classroom materials, displays, and equipmentKind, patient, fair, and maintains self-controlSpeaks clearly, distinctly, and correctlyPossesses working familiarity with technology, internet, email, and relative softwareQualifications: Bachelors Degree and current CT Certification in the subject and/or grade level of teaching positionCT Endorsement- Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts, 1-12 (102)Highly developed oral and written communication skills.Ability to build relationships effectively and professionally with students and families.Physical ability to handle frequent sitting, bending, pushing, pulling, and moving throughout the classroom.Proven ability to maintain a safe and studious classroom environment.Strong organizational skills.Knowledge of successful techniques for classroom organization and experience planning for effective instruction.Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Suite, Power Point, Outlook.