Literacy Teacher

Under the direction of the principal, the responsibilities of the position fall into two categories. As a teacher, the reading specialist is responsible for providing direct instruction to students, individually or in small groups, to enable students to develop literacy skills. As a literacy leader, the position is responsible for implementing a comprehensive literacy program at the assigned school through coaching, supporting, and guiding teachers in best practices for literacy instruction.

Literacy Teacher Eligibility List- Secondary (Middle and High School)

Secondary Reading Specialist/Literacy Teachers support reading intervention on the secondary level. Applicants with a 5-year renewable VA teaching license with reading specialist endorsement and/or experience in implementing computer-enhanced curriculum are preferred. Individuals with at least three years of successful classroom teaching experience in which literacy and the teaching of reading was an important component of classroom instruction will also be considered. Secondary reading specialist/literacy teachers are expected to improve the reading achievement of diverse learners by incorporating best practices in reading/literacy instruction. Applicants must have demonstrated ability in the design and management of whole group, small group, independent, and computer supported instructional settings. Secondary reading specialist/literacy teachers must exhibit leadership skills and the capacity to work collaboratively with teachers to support the literacy development of all learners.

General responsibilities for this position are:

Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.


On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.


Create a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enable each student to achieve learning objectives.


Provide an instructional program to meet the needs of all students.


Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.


Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.


Establish learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, requirements of VBCPS curriculum framework and knowledge of human growth and development.


Plan for and utilize instructional methods, resources and evaluation techniques which motivate and enable each student to achieve learning objectives.


Take all necessary and safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.


Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, VBCPS policy and administrative regulation.


Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.


Make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.


Establish relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community which reflect recognition of and respect for every individual.


Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.


Appraise his/her own effectiveness and demonstrate successful application of skills and information acquired to increase effectiveness. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.


Participate in school management and share responsibility for the total school program.


Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.


Perform other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of VBCPS curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, VBCPS policies and effective instructional practices; knowledge of the needs of students requiring remedial reading instruction; thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process; ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education; ability to infuse technology into curriculum; ability to guide and train teachers in effective techniques and strategies; ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school based staff, students, parents and community; ability to use diagnostic data to tailor instruction to meet the needs of the student(s); excellent organizational, communication, and human relations skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: Master's degree and eligible for a Virginia Teaching License with an endorsement as a Reading Specialist. Three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience in which the teaching of reading was the primary responsibility.

A comparable amount of training and experience maybe substituted for the minimum qualifications.

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