Reading Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a licensed Reading Specialist to join our staff and work in an amazing school!Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contributionIRA with company matchingFingerprinting reimbursementReading Specialist Qualifications:Experience working with K-12 childrenActive PA Instructional I certificate (in Special Education) or Instructional II certificatesReading Specialist CertificationReading Specialist Responsibilities:Implements the Reading School District reading initiatives• Conducts diagnostic assessments to determine the reading abilities of all students• Plans and implements the remedial reading program• Interprets student needs and progress in reading remediation for the classroom teachers and the parents• Recommends the use of varied instructional materials, including text books, reference units, kits, trade books, audiovisual aides, and the like• Conducts in-service workshops and demonstrations pertinent to methods and materials appropriate to various levels of reading instruction• Confers with parents concerning individual students having special reading problems or requiring special remedial help, and with parents requesting such a conference• Interprets, as appropriate, test results and statistical data concerning reading• Devises and maintains such records and reports as are necessary to the successful execution of the job• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee. This job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of responsibilities and management may revise it at any time.If you feel that would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICESPediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.