Literacy Interventionist

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Reading Resource

Date Posted:
5/12/2026

Location:
Hosford Park

Date Available:
08/10/2026

Closing Date:
09/19/2026
J OB TITLE: Literacy Interventionist

JOB SUMMARY: Literacy Interventionists supports the acceleration of learning for all students through an inquiry-driven, project based, learner-centered environment. Priority focus on assisting Classroom Teachers in embedding high quality literacy instructional strategies into curriculum to increase student skills and providing Tier 2 and 3 literacy interventions to students. Supports teacher practice, growth, and development as a Master Teacher through a co-teaching model. Works with Principal and Instructional Coach to develop and implement adult learning practices based on student data to increase teacher effectiveness. Provides targeted instructional support to students through the MTSS/RtI framework.


MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education required. Master's degree with five (5) years of successful teacher experience preferred, as demonstrated by data demonstrating success in accelerating student's literacy and/or math development. Literacy Endorsement preferred. Expertise and experience in foundational literacy instruction and interventions, project-based setting, and/or leading adult learning and development preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience. State of IN Teacher license.

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong core content knowledge in literacy and reading development. Strong knowledge and experience in the classroom implementation of Tier 2 and 3 literacy supports and inquiry/project based-learning instructional strategies. Strong knowledge and experience with classroom implementation of RtI/MTSS resulting in increased student outcomes. Evidence of skills in differentiated instruction, authentic assessment, and data-driven practices. Strong knowledge base and integration of principles of adult learning and adult development. Unwavering commitment to creating a culture that is driven by equity and empowers students. Passion to increase student learning and engagement and teacher effectiveness through innovative practices.


REPORTS TO: Building Level Principal

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Work with Teachers (individually or in teams) to refine their knowledge and skills. Methods of instruction will include modeling effective instruction, using a gradual release structure, co-teaching, observation, and in-class coaching.
2. Plan, model, provide, and monitor interventions to students in literacy using data-based decision-making.
3. Collaborate with school colleagues to plan, assess, and continuously improve instruction in an inquiry-driven, project-based, learner-centered environment that closes opportunity and achievement gaps in literacy.
4. Conduct needs analysis with building leadership to identify teaching and learning needs, analyze grade level and school-wide literacy strengths and opportunities, and organize and implement strategies to improve student achievement and teacher effectiveness.
5. Facilitate training and coaching in areas that include but are not limited to effective instruction, differentiation, and data-driven instruction.
6. Assist teachers with the design and implementation of literacy strategies and supports for project-based curriculum.
7. Assist teachers in using data to determine adequate progress, develop student mastery, identify and group students for small-group and differentiated core instruction, and assess effectiveness of instructional strategies to increase student outcomes.
8. Cultivates an equitable environment that values and empowers students through trauma-sensitive and culturally competent practices.
9. Creates an atmosphere of trust and collaboration with colleagues and school community to increase student success
10. Participate in school and curriculum programs at the school and district level.
11. Contribute a positive school culture by being an active participant in school faculty meetings and committees.
12. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.