K-2 Literacy Intervention Paraprofessional

Berryville School District Berryville Elementary School - Berryville, Arkansas Open in Google Maps Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026 Job Description Classification: Full-Time Location: Berryville Elementary School Job Summary Are you passionate about helping young learners discover the joy of reading? We are seeking a dedicated, patient, and energetic Literacy Intervention Paraprofessional to support our Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students. In this role, you will work closely with classroom teachers and literacy specialists to deliver targeted, small-group reading interventions. Your mission will be to help students build critical foundational skills—such as phonics, phonemic awareness, and fluency—ensuring every child has the tools they need to become a confident, lifelong reader. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Deliver Targeted Interventions: Lead small groups or one-on-one sessions using evidence-based literacy programs and strategies prescribed by the lead teacher or reading specialist. Support Foundational Skills: Focus instruction on critical early literacy areas, including letter-sound recognition, phonemic awareness, sight words, decoding, and reading fluency. Monitor and Document Progress: Keep accurate, daily records of student performance and anecdotal notes to help track progress toward literacy goals. Collaborate Seamlessly: Partner with classroom teachers and instructional coaches to align intervention activities with core classroom instruction and student data. Manage Student Behavior: Maintain a positive, structured, and encouraging learning environment that fosters student confidence and engagement. Prepare Instructional Materials: Organize, adapt, and set up literacy games, decodable texts, and multi-sensory tools before each session. Assist with Assessments: Help administer routine progress monitoring or benchmarking assessments (e.g., DIBELS, Acadience, or similar tools) as directed. Qualifications & Skills Education: High School Diploma or GED required AND one of the following: Associate degree or higher. At least 48 college semester hours. Passing score on the ParaPro Assessment (or state-equivalent exam). Experience: Previous experience working with primary-aged children (K-2) in an educational, tutoring, or childcare setting is highly preferred. Knowledge: Familiarity with the Science of Reading , structured literacy, or phonics-based instruction is a major plus. Core Competencies: Patience & Empathy: A genuine love for working with young children who may be struggling or frustrated. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with staff and motivating students. Adaptability: Ability to pivot strategies on the fly if a student is not grasping a concept. Organization: Excellent time-management skills to keep multiple small-group rotations running smoothly. Physical Demands & Work Environment Must be comfortable working in a vibrant primary school environment. Requires the ability to sit on small chairs, kneel, or bend down to meet students at eye level. May require lifting instructional materials up to 25 lbs. Why Join Us? "The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go." — Dr. Seuss At Berryville Elementary School, we believe early literacy is the ultimate equalizer. By joining our team, you will be on the front lines of student success, catching reading difficulties early and setting children up for a lifetime of academic achievement. We offer supportive leadership, ongoing professional development in literacy strategies, and a collaborative team environment. K-2 Literacy Intervention Paraprofessional Berryville School District Berryville Elementary School - Berryville, Arkansas Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Arkansas Jobs In Ed , and Berryville Public School District Job Details Job ID: 5736329 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Yesterday Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026 Job Description Job Title: K-2 Literacy Intervention Paraprofessional Reports To: Building Principal/Building Facilitator/Dyslexia Coordinator Classification: Full-Time Location: Berryville Elementary School Job Summary Are you passionate about helping young learners discover the joy of reading? We are seeking a dedicated, patient, and energetic Literacy Intervention Paraprofessional to support our Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students. In this role, you will work closely with classroom teachers and literacy specialists to deliver targeted, small-group reading interventions. Your mission will be to help students build critical foundational skills—such as phonics, phonemic awareness, and fluency—ensuring every child has the tools they need to become a confident, lifelong reader. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Deliver Targeted Interventions: Lead small groups or one-on-one sessions using evidence-based literacy programs and strategies prescribed by the lead teacher or reading specialist. Support Foundational Skills: Focus instruction on critical early literacy areas, including letter-sound recognition, phonemic awareness, sight words, decoding, and reading fluency. Monitor and Document Progress: Keep accurate, daily records of student performance and anecdotal notes to help track progress toward literacy goals. Collaborate Seamlessly: Partner with classroom teachers and instructional coaches to align intervention activities with core classroom instruction and student data. Manage Student Behavior: Maintain a positive, structured, and encouraging learning environment that fosters student confidence and engagement. Prepare Instructional Materials: Organize, adapt, and set up literacy games, decodable texts, and multi-sensory tools before each session. Assist with Assessments: Help administer routine progress monitoring or benchmarking assessments (e.g., DIBELS, Acadience, or similar tools) as directed. Qualifications & Skills Education: High School Diploma or GED required AND one of the following: Associate degree or higher. At least 48 college semester hours. Passing score on the ParaPro Assessment (or state-equivalent exam). Experience: Previous experience working with primary-aged children (K-2) in an educational, tutoring, or childcare setting is highly preferred. Knowledge: Familiarity with the Science of Reading , structured literacy, or phonics-based instruction is a major plus. Core Competencies: Patience & Empathy: A genuine love for working with young children who may be struggling or frustrated. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with staff and motivating students. Adaptability: Ability to pivot strategies on the fly if a student is not grasping a concept. Organization: Excellent time-management skills to keep multiple small-group rotations running smoothly. Physical Demands & Work Environment Must be comfortable working in a vibrant primary school environment. Requires the ability to sit on small chairs, kneel, or bend down to meet students at eye level. May require lifting instructional materials up to 25 lbs. Why Join Us? "The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go." — Dr. Seuss At Berryville Elementary School, we believe early literacy is the ultimate equalizer. By joining our team, you will be on the front lines of student success, catching reading difficulties early and setting children up for a lifetime of academic achievement. We offer supportive leadership, ongoing professional development in literacy strategies, and a collaborative team environment. Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA Special Education > Special Education Assistant Job Requirements Contact Information Amanda Scitern 902 W Trimble Ave Berryville, Arkansas 72616 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Map The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. 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