Reading Intervention Teacher - Charlottesville, United States - Elk Hill Farm Inc

Elk Hill Farm Inc

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Charlottesville, United States

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Would you like to work for a non-profit organization where your contributions make a major impact on the lives of the children and families that we serve? Join a family of experienced mental health professionals and counselors dedicated to providing kids, and each other, the kindness, respect, and encouragement they need to succeed.**
_ Elk Hill was honored as a __2024 Top Workplace_
_ USA. The Top Workplace USA winners are chosen based solely on employee feedback. Winners of the Top Workplaces USA are recognized for the great culture that exists at every level of the organization._

If you would like to work for a Top Workplace USA organization where the decisions YOU make can impact youth and families of Central Virginia, then Elk Hill Farm, Inc. is the place for you

We are an organization that:

Is honored as a 2024 Top Workplace USA
Is a Top Workplace Meaningfulness Award recipient
Has talented, hardworking employees
Advocates for mental health issues
Offers competitive benefits, pay and pet insurance
Has a generous PTO and Holiday package
Offers a 401(k) plan with 5% employer match

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_ Elk Hill is celebrating 50+ years of supporting youth and families across the Commonwealth of Virginia Stability. Adaptability. Longevity._

PRIMARY FUNCTION of a Reading Intervention Teacher:

To develop and provide direct reading instruction for identified students that is responsive to their unique educational needs and in accordance with total program goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES of a Reading Intervention Teacher:

Instruction:

Remediates students in reading by developing and implementing plans for the curriculum program which provides for effective teaching strategies
Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students in reading
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student groups involved
Provides progress and interim reports as required
Facilitates the evaluation of reading programs to ensure teachers implement researchbased practices as well as personally implementing those practices
Utilizes effective and efficient classroom environments and provides focus on reading and learning strategies embedded in the programs being implemented as well as train teachers as needed
Debriefs with school administration as appropriate about possible actions that could be taken to improve reading instruction and implementation
Trains teachers in critical components of instructional delivery, for reading
Coteaches with and/or demonstrates lessons for teachers to model best instructional practices and ensures the fidelity of reading implementation and intervention support
Analyzes reading assessment data and assists the school administration and teachers with planning professional development to meet the specific needs of teachers on assigned campuses
Assists school administration with planning and/or conducting reading meetings to analyze assessments and plan for instruction
Serves as a resource in identifying appropriate instructional strategies and interventions to improve student achievement for all students
Assists teachers in preparation for instruction, and the pacing for instruction
Facilitates the use of technology in the teachinglearning process

Assessment:

Makes adjustments in program implementation and professional development by helping analyze data from screening, diagnostic, progress monitoring and outcome benchmark assessments
Guides teachers in the administration and monitoring of reading assessments
Assists teachers in using data to identify students for reading intervention instruction
Assists teachers in implementing continuous progress monitoring for reading
Assists teachers with monitoring and reporting student reading performance during the year

MINIMAL REQUIREMENTS:

A valid Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education, Learning Disabilities, or Reading Specialist
Experience working with youth, preferably in a group environment
Good physical health
Ability to work effectively with other staff
Ability to design and provide educational plans meeting the individualized needs of students
Valid Virginia driver's license and a good driving record
Sense of humor.

**Note: Elk Hill reserves the right to change or reassign job duties or combine positions at any time.