Elementary Reading Specialist

Elementary Reading Specialist The Elementary Reading Specialist plays a key leadership role in promoting literacy achievement through the design, implementation, and support of high-quality reading and writing instruction. This role includes providing targeted interventions for students, collaborating with teachers, and supporting the development of a coherent literacy framework aligned with evidence-based practices. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Demonstrates deep knowledge of the components of a structured, integrated, and comprehensive literacy program, including foundational skills, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing. Applies a conceptual framework for literacy development grounded in the science of reading and developmental stages of reading and writing. Leads implementation of evidence-based instructional practices, aligned with state standards and research in literacy instruction. Supports the use of structured literacy approaches for students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties. Administers reading screenings and diagnostics; generates written reports based upon assessment results. Utilizes a variety of formative and summative assessment tools to diagnose and monitor student literacy progress. Analyzes school-wide literacy data to identify trends, guide instructional decisions, and monitor effectiveness of interventions. Collaborates with grade-level teams and leadership to develop and refine intervention plans based on multiple data sources. Provides targeted, evidence-based reading interventions for students in need of additional support. Collaborates with interventionists, special educators, and general education teachers to ensure alignment of supports across tiers. Assists with documentation and monitoring for students referred for additional support. Serves as a support to classroom teachers, facilitating reflection and growth in instructional practice. Provides job-embedded professional development related to literacy instruction, intervention strategies, differentiated instruction, and the use of formative assessment. Supports co-planning, facilitation of and participation in Professional Learning Communities focused on student literacy outcomes. Facilitates professional book studies and inquiry cycles to promote continuous learning and shared knowledge among staff. Organizes and facilitates literacy-focused family events to strengthen school-home partnerships. Communicates regularly with families regarding student progress in reading and strategies to support literacy development at home. Provides resources and guidance to families to support reading at home across developmental stages. Collaborates with the school's reading team, instructional leadership team, and district-level personnel to align literacy initiatives with school improvement goals. Assists in the selection, organization, and use of instructional materials and resources for literacy instruction and intervention. Contributes to the development of a coherent, vertically aligned literacy curriculum across grade levels. Works closely with instructional coaches and reading team to plan and monitor the school improvement process. Capital School District