Talk School is seeking a part-time reading specialist ….. Expected hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:30am-1:00pm. Training til July 23rd and position starts on September 3rd.

The reading specialist will support the literacy program for students ages 3-21 including the administration of assessments and their use in instructional planning, delivery of small group and individualized instruction, collaboration with other members of the teaching staff, and communication of progress with families.

Responsibilities:

• Administer, score, and analyze reading skills assessments
• Collaborate with teachers, OTs, and SLPs on IEP goals
• Provide small group and individual instruction
• Monitor progress on IEP goals and on curriculum-based assessments to guide instruction
• Share knowledge of best practices and guide staff on how to best support students’ reading programming in the classroom

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Reading Instruction (or related field) required, Master’s degree in Reading Instruction preferred
• Three or more years of experience as a reading specialist or reading teacher preferred
• Certification in Wilson or Orton-Gillingham preferred
• Knowledge of the Science of Reading and best practices that align with reading instruction 
• Experience administering and analyzing reading assessments
• Excellent organizational, communication, writing, time management, and interpersonal skills
• The ability to collaborate and co-teach with other members of the staff
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development
• Appreciation for neurodivergent students and a commitment to providing the highest quality education using a strengths-based model

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Melinda Kotler, Executive Director (melinda.kotler@talkinc.org)