Reading Specialist

Reading Specialist

Location: Frontier International Academy - Warren MI

FLSA Status: Exempt Full-Time

Reports To: Academy Principal

Benefits: Medical dental vision supplemental insurance merit pay bonus 401(k)

ABOUT GEE

Global Educational Excellence (GEE) operates a network of charter schools across Southeast Michigan focused on academic achievement and community. Our staff benefit from structured mentorship weekly professional development and a collaborative school culture.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Reading Specialist provides targeted literacy intervention and instructional support for students with reading difficulties while partnering with classroom teachers to strengthen reading instruction across the school.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree required

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate; Reading Specialist endorsement (RX) strongly preferred

• Candidates who do not yet hold a Michigan teaching certificate may qualify through enrollment in GEEs Career Advancement Program (CAP) which provides a supported pathway to Michigan certification. CAP eligibility is determined at the time of application.

• Satisfactory criminal background check

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver intensive one-on-one and small-group literacy intervention based on individual student need

• Develop and maintain individualized Reading Instruction Plans with ongoing progress monitoring

• Administer reading assessments and use results to adjust instructional strategies

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to coordinate Tier 2/3 support within a multi-tiered system

• Maintain accurate student progress records in compliance with school and state requirements

• Communicate with parents regarding reading goals progress and strategies to support learning at home

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to perform the physical demands of the role including lifting bending stooping squatting and standing for extended periods. Work environment includes elevated noise levels.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this role. It is not exhaustive. GEE reserves the right to amend responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

Global Educational Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other characteristic protected by law. #LPGEE

HOW TO APPLY

Global Educational Excellence (GEE)

2455 S. Industrial Hwy. Ann Arbor MI 48104

Required Experience:

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