Position Type:
Other Instructional - School Based/Reading Interventionist

Date Posted:
9/7/2018

Location:
Kraft Elementary

Closing Date:
Open until filled

If you are currently a teacher under contract with HCS or a Region II school division, this position is not considered a promotion.

POSITION INFORMATION:
Supervisor: Ms. Kara McCord Location: Kraft Elementary School Employment Period: 10 months Employment Status: Full-time Pay Grade: Teacher scale Start Date: Immediately

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Position is responsible for instructing elementary school students in the area of reading through groups or targeted support to enable them to meet challenging State academic standards. Position supports the regular education curriculum and works collaboratively within a Professional Learning Communities model to expand student development of appropriate skills, knowledge, and interests in reading.

• Instructs elementary school students through literacy groups in accordance with division expectations.
• Supports Collaborative Learning Teams in the implementation of ongoing assessment, data collection, and data analysis to support students' mastery of standards.
• Develops and delivers lesson plans appropriate to the needs and abilities of assigned students.
• Meets the needs of identified students through a variety of co-teaching models and small group instruction.
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and reading materials appropriate for the age and skill level of students.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and creates a safe, orderly and effective environment for learning.
• Participates in conferences as requested to report student progress.
• Assists with the screening and evaluation of students in reading.
• Collaborates with others to identify instructional needs and develop and deliver professional development.
• Provides documentation for Student Intervention Team and child study process as needed.
• Maintains thorough records for assigned students.
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Analyzes SOL, benchmark, and common assessment data to establish goals and monitor intervention.
• Attend staff development and other professional activities.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license at the elementary level.
• At least 3 years successful experience at the elementary level required.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of the needs of students requiring additional support in the areas of reading.
• Ability to instruct students in remedial reading.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, colleagues, parents and school administrators.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

You may apply anytime before midnight on the closing date. Please upload the following information to be considered for the position:

• Resume
• Feedback from those person listed as references (minimum of 2)

Hampton City Schools does not discriminate in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability or other protected class. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Human Resources, One Franklin Street, Hampton, VA 23669; (757) 727-2300. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.