Elementary Reading Specialist - Long Term Substitute

Reading SpecialistThe Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District is seeking an Elementary Reading Teacher for Pashley Elementary. We seek professionals with literacy or reading certification and who foster a love of learning and inspire students to attain the highest level of success.Assignment Dates: March 8, 2025–June 2, 2025 (Estimated)Key Responsibilities:

Teach targeted reading intervention to small groups of students daily using research-based strategies and resources.

Assists struggling students in improving their reading and fluency skills.

Be knowledgeable of and champion the components of a scientifically based Structured Reading Program

Creates and examines data to measure the success of their Reading RtI students

Conduct individual and school-wide assessments to evaluate tier levels and targeted interventions.

Review student achievement and assist with placing students in appropriate reading and support services via the MTSS Framework.

Create a schedule for the K-5 Reading RtI program, ensuring all qualifiers are seen the appropriate number of minutes according to District and NYSED Regs.

Other duties as assigned by the Principal and K-12 ELA Supervisor

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Literacy, or a related field.

Valid teaching certification in NYS.

Experience in reading instruction.

Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Burnt Hills Ballston Lake Central School District strives to build a culturally responsive and inclusive environment that encourages, embraces, and celebrates diversityBurnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District is in compliance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX Educational Amendments of 1972. The School District provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disabilityPosition Start Date:03/08/2025Application Deadline:01/12/2025