26-27 LITERACY INTERVENTION TEACHER

About Us At Columbus City Schools, we strive to make sure each student is highly-educated, prepared for leadership and service, and empowered for success as a citizen in a global community - but we can't do it without you! As an award-winning school district in the award-winning city of Columbus, Ohio, we are proud of the work our more than 9,000 employees (including teachers, coaches, and administrators) do every day to change the lives of our students. With more than 46,000 students located in over 100 different schools around the city of Columbus, we know there's a position that's right for you.

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Position Overview Statement The Columbus City School District is accepting applications for the position of Literacy Intervention Teacher. This role requires the individual to provide direct intervention to students utilizing intervention tools that are supported district-wide. The individual selected is responsible for providing instruction that aligns with the instructional goals of the district and aligned to the Science of Reading. Essential Duties Provide direct intervention to students utilizing district supported intervention tools aligned to the Science of Reading. Collaborates with the school staff to plan scheduling for student intervention. Tracks student success data and generates reports to share with teachers and administration every 4-6 weeks. Analyze and promote the use of assessment data for instructional planning, student achievement and school improvement. Participate in ongoing professional development provided by Curriculum and Instruction Literacy Department and required professional development including but not limited to: LETRS, and other district-adopted curriculum, UFLI, ESL instructional strategies. Provide effective, evidence-based methodologies and practices aligned to the Science of Reading and supported district-wide intervention tools. Collaborates with staff during TBTs and matriculation meetings to provide updates to the staff on student progress. Communicates with teachers and parents regarding the progress of students. Performs all other duties as assigned by CCS Administration that are permissible under federal grant guidelines. Willing to take courses to earn TESOL endorsement within the first three years of employment. Required Minimum Qualifications Valid Ohio teaching certification/licensure: English Language Arts 7-12 or Reading K-12 Completion of Department-approved Science of Reading professional learning modules. One of the following: Reading Endorsement (PreK–12) (#059902 on teaching license), OR Master’s or Doctoral degree in reading or literacy (degree must clearly indicate “reading” or “literacy”), OR Completed LETRS Training 1 and 2, OR Completed Associate Level Orton-Gillingham Training, OR Passing score on the reading instruction assessment. Preferred Qualifications 3-5 years experience teaching. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Ability to work with students of all ability levels and backgrounds. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff and community. Ability to analyze and utilize district, building, and student data to make informed decisions. Ability to provide a supportive role to administration and succeed in a team environment. Ability to motivate, excite and engage students and parents. Ability to track data and adjusting interventions based on data and feedback. Knowledge of State initiatives, mandates, and requirements including the Science of Reading, Dyslexia Screening and Intervention. Skills Microsoft Office/Excel for purposes of tracking data. Skills in reading/literacy pedagogy, content and strategies. Knowledge of working with low performing students. Columbus City Schools (CCS) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, ancestry, familial status, military status or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Columbus City Schools - Ohio