Reading Specialist (EX) (2026-2027) - Resurrection- St. Paul School, Ellicott City MD

Reading Specialist (EX) (2026-2027) - Resurrection- St. Paul School, Ellicott City MD Job Category : Student Support Services Requisition Number : READI002279 Apply now Posted : February 6, 2026 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Description Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools is seeking a candidate who understands the importance of building the trust and security needed for each of our learners to grow and develop into his or her best possible self. The Reading Specialist for Resurrection, St. Paul in Ellicott City, Maryland will support the school mission by planning, guiding, and evaluating the academic learning process while building programs that enhance the social and emotional learning of the students. They will report to the principal and will be a regular member of the administrative leadership team. This individual will have the opportunity to build faith-filled, stimulating, safe, and developmentally appropriate programs, through which students will have the opportunity to grow in the cognitive, social, and emotional skills needed to access learning and interact with others. The Reading Specialist must be creative, professional, dependable, warm, kind, and a team player. This position is for the 2026–2027 school year. Essential Functions: Provide targeted reading intervention and support to students with reading difficulties or disabilities, including dyslexia, fluency issues, and comprehension challenges. Conduct assessments to identify students' reading strengths and weaknesses and develop individualized reading plans and goals. Implement evidence-based reading instruction strategies and interventions to improve students' literacy skills, including phonemic awareness, decoding, vocabulary development, and reading comprehension. Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, and other stakeholders to differentiate instruction and support students' reading development across content areas. Monitor and track students' progress in reading interventions, adjust instruction as needed, and communicate regularly with parents and guardians about students' growth and goals. Position Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in education, special education, reading/literacy, or a related field Valid teaching license or certification in special education and/or reading specialist endorsement. Experience working with students with diverse learning needs, including reading disabilities, language-based learning disorders, and other learning disabilities. Knowledge of evidence-based reading instruction practices, literacy assessments, and intervention strategies. Understanding of special education laws and regulations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and outside agencies. Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in education. Attend all faculty meetings, professional development, grade level, and curriculum meetings. Attend end of the year award ceremonies, open houses, and other "after hour" activities as requested. Serve on various committees. Comply with applicable AOB, state, local and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Pay Range: $40,000 – 70,000, Annualized We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and personal leave. Please click on the link below for more detailed information: Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Monsignor Slade Catholic School, Inc.