Reading Specialist (Brookland)

Position Description

The Reading Specialist delivers equitable, data-informed literacy intervention within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework. Reporting to the principal, the Reading Specialist serves as a resource to classroom educators and student support staff, helping to build collective capacity to accelerate student literacy growth and ensure all learners thrive. This is a full-time, 10-month position requiring a minimum of 40 hours a week.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Delivers Targeted Reading Interventions

Provides Tier 2 and 3 intervention services to students identified through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS framework).

Delivers high-quality, small group or 1:1 instruction using the most appropriate service model (push-in or pull-out) based on student need

Plans and prepares engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned to students’ instructional levels

Matches intervention intensity and frequency to student needs to ensure meaningful progress

Tracks Student Progress

Regularly monitors student learning through both formal and informal assessments

Adjusts instructional practices and students groupings based on ongoing data analysis

Maintains organized and up-to-date data systems to support MTSS documentation

Demonstrates student literacy growth through clear, measurable evidence

Meets all deadlines for progress monitoring and benchmark assessments

Communicates student growth clearly and effectively to relevant stakeholders

Collaborates with Team to Support MTSS Implementation

Collaborates with school leadership, classroom teachers, and student support staff to align literacy interventions with classroom instruction

Actively participates in MTSS meetings and intervention planning

Shares insights, strategies, and best practices with colleagues to support a collaborative and inclusive learning community

Creates a Positive, Achievement-Oriented Environment

Maintains a joyful and supportive intervention setting that encourages learning

Establishes clear systems and routines to maximize instructional time

Celebrates student effort, growth, and achievement

Fosters academic resilience, goal-setting, and intrinsic motivation in students

Engages in Reflective Practice

Reflects regularly on student data and instructional practice

Seeks feedback and coaching to improve outcomes

Engages in ongoing professional development aligned to MTSS and the Science of Reading

Models a growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field; Master’s degree in Reading or Literacy preferred

Minimum of two years of experience as a Reading Specialist or Interventionist with a strong record of student achievement

Demonstrated success implementing reading interventions within an MTSS framework

Skills/Traits

Deep commitment to the school’s mission and Anti-Bias/Anti-Racist pedagogy

Reflective and responsive to feedback with a desire to continuously improve

Engaged in professional learning and knowledgeable about evidence-based literacy practices

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Effective time management and organizational skills

Student-centered mindset with a firm belief in every child’s ability to succeed

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the classroom and outdoor spaces.

Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time with little or no assistance.

Must be able to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day, and bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.