READING INTERVENTION TEACHER 2024-25

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Communicates a clear and shared focus of every child meeting grade level standard in reading, for every subgroup including minority students, those living in poverty, English Language Learners, and Special Education students. Expects all students to learn and sets high expectations to do so. Has in depth knowledge of reading processes, acquisition, assessment, and instruction.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Teach the Read180 program to students who are in need of additional support in reading and writing
• Provide Tier II and Tier III instruction in a Response to Intervention model for struggling students in middle school.
• Plan and provide daily focused, research based interventions to students using approved BSD instructional materials
• Conduct assessments as necessary to monitor the learning progress of students by frequently checking for understanding and adjusting accordingly
• Support school wide benchmark assessments and progress monitoring
• Continually analyze student data from multiple sources and use it to inform instructional decisions
• Collaborate and communicate with the classroom teacher to ensure consistency of instruction
• Assist with student placement and flexible grouping decisions based on assessed student needs
• Attend or participate in all required meetings and work collaboratively with colleagues in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional growth
• Confer with students, parents or guardians, and staff in an open and positive manner to provide guidance, evaluation, and encouragement of student achievement
• Assist with the development and execution of parent involvement initiatives
• Maintain lists of students in need of academic support for LAP and Title I records and completes applicable paperwork as needed
• Demonstrate flexibility in dealing with change and be willing to experiment with new instructional strategies and materials
• Assist with professional development for the school staff and provides training in the form of workshops, study groups, etc

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to and is supervised by the building Principal

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

Required:

• Possess or qualify for the immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate with an elementary ed (K-8) endorsement
• Has a minimum of three years, teaching experience required, preferably with a variety of grade levels.

Prefered:

• Proficiency in Spanish language preferred.
• Master’s degree in Education or extensive coursework in reading.
• Experience with a variety of assessment tools.

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Ability to reflect on own professional practice and make adaptations to improve instruction
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when needed
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable Board policy and District and legal requirements
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. This position may be exposed to prolonged exposure to visual display terminals as required.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

$ 69,816 to $ 130,960 annual salary (based on the negotiated collective bargaining agreement ). Certificated staff work the school year contract with placement on the District and BEA bargaining agreement salary schedule. Placement on the schedule is determined by training and experience.

Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon .45 FTE. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.