As the Reading Specialist, you will:
• Identify strengths and needs in the schoolwide program
• Help content area teachers develop, maintain and evaluate ongoing reading program for each student
• Assist school leadership in grouping and scheduling students (e.g., skills, honors, gifted/talented).
• Assist school leadership in recommending, selecting, and ordering reading materials (content area, media, reading recovery)
• Provide guidance to school leadership on reading program matters
• Help develop ongoing assessment measures and interpret standardized test scores in relation to school objectives
• Inform faculty of new materials and current trends in reading
• Serve as a resource to content area teachers in identifying reading needs, adapting instructional techniques, and selecting appropriate materials for their disciplines
• Consult with parents and teachers regarding student progress in reading.