What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long-Term Substitute Elementary Reading Specialist position at School Administrative Unit 16?
- JobID: 936
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching
Elementary School Teaching
Date Posted:
11/9/2021
11/9/2021
Location:
East Kingston Elementary School
East Kingston Elementary School
East Kingston Elementary School Reading Specialist
Position
The Reading Specialist works collaboratively with educational teams across the school (classroom teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and principal) to support the developing literacy of EKES children.
Position
The Reading Specialist works collaboratively with educational teams across the school (classroom teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and principal) to support the developing literacy of EKES children.
Essential Functions
Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the c school system.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:
NHState Certification as an Elementary Teacher and/or Reading Specialist
Education
Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Preferred.: MEd in Reading or Elementary Education
Experience
Intervention/instruction experience for struggling learners
Successful prior primary grade reading teaching experience
Application Procedure
Please apply online
Applications will be considered only when a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, license and transcripts have been attached to your online application.
Posted vacancies in SAU 16 have been approved by the School Board.
It is the policy of SAU 16 not to discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, age, or disability in its education programs, services, activities or employment practices.
Candidates committed to the understanding and practices of Competency Based Education are highly encouraged to apply.
Selection Procedure
All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process.
FLSA Status: ExemptSelection Procedure
All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process.