Reading Interventionist

Position Type:
Curriculum and Instruction/Interventionist

Date Posted:
4/16/2026

Location:
General George S. Patton School
(High-Needs School)

District:
General George S. Patton School District #133
Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Education required; Master's degree in Reading, Literacy, or a related field preferred.
• Certification: Valid teaching license; Reading Specialist endorsement or certification preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years teaching experience, with demonstrated success in reading instruction and intervention.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Deep understanding of the science of reading and developmentally appropriate literacy instruction.
• Strong knowledge of reading assessments and data analysis.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and adjust teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with current literacy programs and instructional technologies.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:


The Reading Interventionist provides targeted reading instruction and support to students in grades K-8 who are identified as performing below grade level in reading. The interventionist collaborates with classroom teachers, administrators, and support staff to design and implement evidence-based reading interventions, monitor student progress, and promote literacy achievement for all learners.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide small group and individualized reading instruction aligned to students' specific needs.
• Assess students using formal and informal measures to determine reading levels, strengths, and areas of need.
• Analyze data to identify students for intervention and monitor ongoing progress.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop and adjust intervention plans.
• Implement research-based strategies in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Support classroom instruction through modeling and co-teaching literacy strategies.
• Participate in the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) process.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of student performance and progress.
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding student progress and strategies for home support.
• Attend professional development sessions to remain current in literacy instruction and intervention strategies.
• Assist in the development and implementation of schoolwide literacy initiatives.