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Reading Specialist

United States·Pittsfieldmid

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Key Responsibilities

Coaching and Mentoring: Provide coaching and support to teachers in implementing effective literacy instruction tailored to the needs of students with disabilities.

Requirements Summary

Master’s Degree in Education, Reading, or a related field with a MA Reading Specialist license. Experience Requirements: Teaching Experience: Several years of teaching experience,

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JOIN HILLCREST TODAY!

Why work with Hillcrest? You will have the opportunity to:

Challenge yourself professionally while facilitating the education of youth facing mental health/behavioral challenges;
Lend your expertise and collaborate with highly certified professionals;
Join a dedicated organization leading the field in residential treatment and educational programming;
TRANSFORM LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY AND BEYOND!!

What We Offer

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✓GENEROUS PAID TIME OFF

✓HEALTH INSURANCE through Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA

✓TUITION ASSISTANCE REIMBURSEMENT to support you earning a college degree. We reimburse up to $425 per credit hour. Whoa! That's up to $1275 per 3 credit course!

✓STUDENT LOAN PAY DOWN PROGRAM to reduce your college loan debt

✓EMPLOYER PAID LIFE INSURANCE

✓WELLNESS PROGRAM CREDIT of $500 for individuals plans and $1000 for family plans to reduce your health insurance costs

✓EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM to support you through stressful times in life

✓Hillcrest has it's own dental office where you can make payment through payroll deduction if needed

✓403B RETIREMENT PLAN to help you save for your financial future

✓CHILD CARE REIMBURSEMENT paid quarterly to you (up to $2400 paid annually/$600 per quarter)

✓Two weeks of orientation training will support you in your new role

✓Professional development offered through workshops, conferences, and quarterly department training days.'

Position Description:
Responsible for providing comprehensive reading instruction and intervention to students, including screening, assessment, and case management, while adhering to company and state regulations. The Reading Specialist will also serve as a coach and mentor to teachers, providing expertise in literacy instruction, particularly for students with disabilities.

Educational Requirements:
Master’s Degree in Education, Reading, or a related field with a MA Reading Specialist license.

Experience Requirements:

Teaching Experience: Several years of teaching experience, particularly in literacy or special education. Experience working with students with disabilities.
Experience in Coaching or Leadership: Previous experience in a coaching, mentoring, or leadership role within an educational setting is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Coaching and Mentoring: Provide coaching and support to teachers in implementing effective literacy instruction tailored to the needs of students with disabilities.
Modeling Instruction: Demonstrate effective teaching strategies in the classroom and model best practices for literacy instruction.
Professional Development: Lead workshops, training sessions, and other professional development opportunities focused on literacy education and special education practices.
Collaborative Planning: Work with teachers to plan and implement literacy instruction that aligns with students' IEP goals.
Data-Driven Instruction: Use assessment data to guide instructional decisions and help teachers refine their literacy instruction to better meet the needs of students.
Resource Development: Develop or recommend instructional materials and resources that support literacy development for students with special needs.
Monitoring Progress: Help teachers monitor student progress in literacy and adjust interventions as necessary to ensure student growth.