Lead Lower School Specialist

Lead Lower School Specialist

Good Shepherd Episcopal School seeks a forward-thinking, innovative, and collaborative educator who is passionate about shaping curriculum, inspiring young minds, and nurturing the whole child. As a member of our team, you’ll be part of a community where every role contributes to the growth and success of our school. We believe our faculty and staff are the

heart of our school, and we are committed to supporting their growth and encouraging fresh, creative approaches to teaching and learning. Our community values innovation both in the classroom and beyond, and we provide protected time for faculty to engage in thoughtful curriculum development and pedagogical reflection through in-service days. 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 first-grade teachers, 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.
• Provide leadership and oversight of the PK–4 reading program, ensuring alignment across curriculum, instructional practices, assessment, and intervention.
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers to identify students’ literacy strengths and needs, while offering coaching, modeling, and instructional support.
• Provide targeted reading intervention informed by assessment data, incorporating multi-sensory strategies and maintaining clear, consistent communication with families regarding student progress.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four year college/university
• Prefer an advanced degree,  reading specialist certification, or specialized reading training
• Knowledge of foundational literacy skills and the science of reading best practices
• 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 for extended periods of time.

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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.