Early Childhood Literacy Interventionist

Early Childhood Literacy Interventionist

Good Shepherd Episcopal School seeks a forward-thinking, innovative, collaborative professional who is passionate about our school’s mission and values. As a member of our team, you’ll be part of a community where every role contributes to the growth and success of our students and our school. We believe our faculty and staff are the heart of Good Shepherd, and we are committed to supporting their growth and encouraging fresh, creative approaches to school enhancement. Here, you’ll find more than a workplace, you’ll find a supportive community that values your talents, encourages professional growth, and celebrates the joy of learning together. Employees at Good Shepherd are not only supported in their professional journey, they are celebrated. Our Parents Organization recognizes and honors employees through grants, birthday gifts, appreciation lunches, and special gatherings throughout the year.

Essential Functions

• Design, create, and facilitate experiences to engage students in their learning while collaborating with other faculty members, in accordance with the policies, curriculum, and philosophy of the school and treat each child with dignity and respect.
• Uphold and support the mission of the School and support the Six Values of our Episcopal Identity.
• Collaborate with colleagues and community members while maintaining a positive team attitude.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding the literacy needs of individual students, as well as small-group and whole-group instruction
• Conduct and analyze the Acadience and Phonics assessments for early childhood and lower school students, as determined by classroom teachers and the reading specialist.
• Create and teach multi-sensory lessons to meet the needs of the learners in intervention groups - grades PK-1.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four year college/university
• Must  have specialized reading training
• Knowledge of foundational literacy skills
• Minimum of 5 years of lower school teaching and/or administrative experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate leadership skills

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
• Generally works in standard office conditions and climate.
• Works in a fast-paced environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
• May work at a desk and computer and stand for extended periods of time.

Click here to apply.

Disclaimer:

This job description provides a general overview of the responsibilities and expectations associated with the position. It is not intended to serve as an all-inclusive list of duties, skills, or requirements.

It is Good Shepherd Episcopal School's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion (creed), age, sex, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, ancestry, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, marital status, or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.