Title 1 Reading Teacher

The Reading Teacher directly reports to the Principal and is responsible for working with students to increase the academic performance of students in the area of literacy.

Essential Functions

• Supports and assists teachers in the alignment of instruction to the WI ELA Standards and in effective implementation of instruction utilizing a core program 
• Diagnoses, intervenes, monitors, and adjusts instruction to serve developing readers
• Supports teachers in the collection, analysis, and use of data to drive instruction
• Reports data on the effectiveness of literacy instruction 
• Co-plans with teachers in the area of literacy 
• Uses coaching strategies to assist classroom teachers in building inclusive classrooms and in delivering effective reading instruction for diverse learners 
• Works collaboratively with grade-level teams to devise, plan, and implement effective interventions
• Builds strong relationships with teachers, administrators, and other coaches  
• Assists teachers with resources, materials, and information to support classroom instruction and planning
• Assists teachers with planning and pacing of lessons, development of differentiated lessons, and selection of best practices to meet the needs of students 
• Performs other duties as may be assigned

Experience, Education, and/or Licensure

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Licensure in the following areas: (1)  Elementary teacher certification; and Reading Teacher #1316 or #1317
• Five years’ experience teaching, with a record of successfully impacting student achievement and working successfully with students who have the greatest need
• Knowledge of the Wisconsin State ELA Standards Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with colleagues, including the ability to create and nurture a professional community of adult learners
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong interpersonal skills, including giving and receiving constructive feedback
• Ability to use student-level data to guide instructional decisions
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Knowledge of inclusive classrooms and best practice for reading and writing instruction 
• Willingness to participate in and lead instructional improvement through a coaching model  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively present to small and large groups
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work Environment

• Ability to work in a school environment, with or without visual and audible distractions.
• The position may require extended hours, including evenings and weekends for professional learning or district meetings.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.  
• The employee must regularly communicate effectively in person, via phone, and in writing.
• The employee may lift or move office products and supplies up to 20 pounds.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, CESA 6 will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.  

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