Full time permanent position for Reading Specialist. Duties to commence September 5, 2023.

This is a school-based position working collaboratively with district and school personnel to support responsive teaching and learning in literacy with a focus on reading. The reading specialist is a reflective, self-directed, lifelong learner, who will mentor teachers to improve efficacy in the teaching of reading.

As a literacy leader and advocate for all students the reading specialist will promote the District goals for student success in a safe and caring environment where engagement, equity and excellence are fostered. The Reading Specialist has a “students first” philosophy in their practice and believes that collaborative trusting relationships is key for professional learning.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Current knowledge of research and evidence-based practices in reading instruction

• Self-directed learner who engages in sustained professional learning

• Demonstrated proficiency in teaching and assessing reading, emphasizing the importance of a balanced literacy approach

• Experience in collecting and analyzing evidence of student learning

• Models, promotes, and uses responsive teaching to meet the needs of students who are experiencing difficulties and those who are very capable

• Experience in creating and co-creating professional learning opportunities for school and district educators

• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills

• Demonstrated understanding of professional learning models for educators

• Leverages technology to promote equity in professional collaborative learning networks

• Strong leadership skills enabling advocacy in literacy learning by establishing trusting relationships with students, teachers and families

• Willingness to work in more than one school, if assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years successful teaching experience in K-6.

• Primary/Elementary undergraduate degree.

• Masters of Education (Reading/Literacy, Teaching and Learning) would be an asset. (equivalencies will be considered)

Applicants without the required qualifications may be considered in accordance with Clause 37.01 (d) of the provincial collective agreement.

REMINDER: Electronic eOFFERs only with 24 hour expiration - applicants must monitor their email accounts.