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Primary Purpose: Provide targeted literacy instruction and strategic support to students who are performing below grade level in reading. The role focuses on identifying literacy gaps, implementing evidence-based interventions, monitoring progress, and collaborating with teachers and administrators to ensure students make measurable reading growth. Qualifications: Education/Certification: * Master's degree from accredited university with extended educational focus in the area of reading preferred * Valid Texas teaching certificate with specific training in the teaching of reading Special Knowledge/Skills: * Strong knowledge of structured literacy and evidence-based reading instruction * Ability to analyze data and design targeted interventions * Ability to accelerate student growth and close literacy gaps * Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills * Strong understanding of Multi Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Experience: * Three years' experience as a classroom teacher * Supervisory or leadership experience preferred Major Responsibilities: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Instructional and Program Management: * Work cooperatively with program directors, supervisors, building administration, school staff, and all teachers to develop and implement a comprehensive intervention program in language arts. * Model effective reading strategies and differentiated instructional practices to strengthen Tier 1 instruction and ensure high-quality literacy support for all students, including those receiving special education services. * Collaborate and co-teach with teachers based on Tier 1 data to strengthen core instruction and address identified student learning gaps. * Use current and relevant assessment tools to identify students in need of intervention services. * Attend campus PLC and MTSS meetings to review student data, collaborate with instructional staff, and assist in determining appropriate student learning goals and targeted intervention strategies to ensure measurable academic growth. * Collect and submit all of the information for Campus Special Education Referrals in a timely manner. * Display a complete understanding of the philosophy and models for providing intervention instruction to at-risk students. * Work closely with classroom teachers to align intervention strategies with core instruction. * Maintain a resource library of publications, supplementary materials, and supplies relevant to the reading program. * Assist in ensuring teacher-led intervention strategies within the MTSS framework are effective, aligned to student learning goals, and accurately documented to support progress monitoring and data-driven instruction. Support the consistent implementation and overall effectiveness of the campus MTSS program. Other: * Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community. * Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documents required. * Assist the campus in planning and implementing any local or state testing needs * Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. * Must be present regularly in person. Supervisory Responsibilities: * None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard classroom equipment including personal computer and peripherals. Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours Click here to view the job description. Click here to view the CISD Compensation Plan.