Reading Specialist

The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience growth and joy, and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.

ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Arlington, Ma 02476

JOB DESCRIPTION


POSITION: READING SPECIALIST


Reading Specialist needed for Elementary Position beginning in the 2026-2027 school year.


The preferred candidate will possess a K-12 Reading License. Candidates should have familiarity with the following reading programs: Fundations, Orton Gillingham, Read Naturally, Wilson, as well as other reading programs.


Candidates should also have experience supporting students in need of reading support at the elementary school level.


The duties of the position consist of working with students in need of reading intervention services in grades K-5 in a push in and/or pull out setting; either 1:1 or in small groups. This teacher may also support students in the classroom and work in collaboration with classroom teachers and special educators.


TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 183 Days


REPORTS TO: Building Principal and ELA Director

Salary and Benefits are consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Arlington School Committee and the Arlington Education Association.


The Salary Schedule is on our website. Salary placement is based on Education and Experience.


Arlington has a well-established new teacher induction program with mentoring throughout the school year. The first official work day in the 2026-2027 school year will be August 31, 2026. However, new staff are required to attend several days of orientation and training during the last two weeks of August.


The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.


Arlington has a well established new teacher induction program with mentoring throughout the school year.