Reading Interventionist - CA Teaching Credential

At Children's Health Council, we believe in the promise and potential of every child, teen, and young adult. We transform young lives by providing culturally responsive, best-in-class learning and mental health services to families from diverse backgrounds regardless of language, location, or ability to pay. We specialize in ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety & Depression, and Autism. We offer the following: A school environment where a multidisciplinary team of clinical and behavioral specialists’ partner with you every day Smaller ratios of teacher to student 7 weeks of paid holiday or more A place to celebrate differences and see them as opportunities for growth and learning Work that empowers students with diverse learning needs A collaborative, supportive professional environment About the Role Under the direction of the Head of School, the Reading Interventionist plans and delivers specialized instruction based on Common Core Standards and Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals across our school programs. You'll work with students who have learning differences, using evidence-based reading intervention strategies to help them succeed. Note: If you are not trained in Orton-Gillingham (OG) or Wilson reading programs, we will provide training! Responsibilities Plan, organize, and deliver differentiated academic instruction tailored to address individual student learning needs. Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of each student's learning challenges, formulating goals and objectives to facilitate measurable progress. Monitor student progress through formal and informal assessments, portfolio development, and grade tracking. Support and administer weekly progress monitoring of reading-related goals and benchmarking assessments throughout the year. Conduct three formal parent-teacher conferences annually with written summaries and maintain ongoing communication via phone and email. Prepare and update written annual IEP goals and progress summaries. Present progress and proposed goals at IEP meetings with district representatives, parents/guardians, and other attendees. Serve as backup test administrator for the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP). Attend all school staff meetings, academic department meetings, and IEP meetings. Maintain special education credential through required continuing education or pursuit of advanced degree. Ensure compliance with school policies, California Educational Code, the CHC Employee Handbook, and Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Law. Protect the confidentiality of students and families. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Valid California Special Education credential or ability to apply for an intern credential. Recent classroom experience, preferably working with students with emotional/behavioral and/or learning challenges. Understanding of the etiologies of students with anxiety, ADHD, mood dysregulation, and specific learning challenges. Strong interpersonal and classroom management skills. Experience preparing and presenting Individual Educational Plans (IEPs). Demonstrated ability to identify accommodations and interventions that facilitate optimal learning experiences. Practical knowledge of Common Core Curriculum, Universal Design for Learning, and differentiation strategies. Ability to establish and maintain data-driven progress monitoring systems and interpret data to inform instruction. Ability to develop, prepare, deliver, and monitor IEPs based on identified skill and behavioral deficits and Common Core standards. Ability to work effectively on an interdisciplinary team and provide guidance to teaching assistants and interns. Comfort with basic technology systems (G-Suite, Outlook, etc.) and incorporating technology into instructional planning. Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written form. Ability to stand and sit for extended periods during instruction and supervision. Willingness to work certain evenings for scheduled school events and IEP meetings. Preferred Skills Master's degree in Education (M.Ed.) or advanced workshop-level training in teaching students with learning disabilities. Training or certification in Orton-Gillingham (OG) or Wilson reading programs. Valid California driver's license. Pay range and compensation package Salary Range: $75,000 - $105,000 per year. Equal Opportunity Statement Children's Health Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Ready to Make a Difference? Join our team and help transform the lives of students with learning differences. If you're passionate about evidence-based reading instruction and creating inclusive learning environments, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's Health Council