Job Description

Summary

The site-based Reading Resource Teacher will be responsible for assisting teachers in meeting students’ educational needs.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All district employees must:

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the implementation of district initiatives in the area of English Language Arts.
• Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of best practices in writing/language arts instruction across content areas. Continues to develop professional expertise through professional readings, trainings, and conferences.
• Serves as a resource to the school for strategies and materials to increase English Language Arts achievement.
• Assists teachers in implementing the Language Arts Florida Standards.
• Assists teachers in organizing classrooms and instructional focus for English Language Arts instruction.
• Assists with professional development opportunities and trains teachers in English Language Arts instruction.
• Models effective teaching techniques and provides follow-up support post-training.
• Conducts classroom walk-throughs and provides follow-up with teachers.
• Creates assessments for targeted standards and assists teachers in selection and use of assessment instruments.
• Models and coaches how to administer assessments and collect data.
• Assists with implementation and administration of district tests.
• Conferences with teachers to assist in interpreting assessment data and planning instruction.
• Provides small group instruction for selected students.
• Assists with English Language Arts competitions and textbook implementation.
• Collaborates with on-site English Language Arts leaders to provide support for English Language Arts instruction.
• Performs any other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information

Communications:

• Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally and in writing. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed.

Job Knowledge:

• Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others.

Achievement Focus:

• Sets and achieves challenging goals. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Recognizes and acts on opportunities.

Project Management:

• Develops project plans and coordinates projects. Completes projects on time and on budget.

Planning & Organization:

• Prioritizes and plans work activities efficiently. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an organized manner.

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.

Lifting Demands: Up to 10 pounds.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity 3 moderate.

Application Process

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline.

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