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Ansonia Board Of Education

Reading Acceleration Specialist (part-time)

Ansonia Board Of Education, Ansonia, Connecticut, us, 06401

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Position Type: Student Support Services/ Interventionist (part-time)

Date Posted: 7/24/2025

Location: PRENDERGAST

Date Available: Immediately

Closing Date: Until Filled

Provide

targeted small group reading instruction

to students at all reading levels, with a focus on acceleration and reading goal attainment. Use a variety of instructional strategies and resources aligned with students' individual reading levels and needs. Collaborate regularly with classroom teachers

to align instructional practices, support classroom goals, and inform student progress. Design and adapt lessons and materials that are differentiated to meet diverse learner needs. Track and document student performance and progress

using the district’s data management systems (e.g., SchoolPace, DIBELS). Participate in

data meetings and instructional planning sessions

to discuss student progress and determine next steps. Maintain clear, accurate, and confidential records. Communicate effectively with teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure a cohesive approach to reading instruction. Engage in

ongoing professional development

related to literacy instruction, assessment, and instructional strategies. Support and model a

culture of literacy

throughout the school building. Instructs reading programs with fidelity Any additional responsibilities assigned by supervisor. Required certification: CT Elementary teaching certification (013, 305) Successful teaching experience in an urban setting preferred Strong understanding of literacy development, evidence-based reading practices, and data analysis Ability to collaborate effectively with a team of educators and work independently when necessary Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills $25 an hour Maximum of 29.5 hours a week There are no benefits associated with this position Grant funded, non-union position

The following position is available for the 2025-2026 school year:

Part-time Reading Acceleration Specialist

Date Posted:7/23/2025 Location: Prendergast School (K-5) Date Available:Immediately Closing Date:Open until filled

Duties and Responsibilities: Provide

targeted small group reading instruction

to students at all reading levels, with a focus on acceleration and reading goal attainment. Use a variety of instructional strategies and resources aligned with students' individual reading levels and needs. Collaborate regularly with classroom teachers

to align instructional practices, support classroom goals, and inform student progress. Design and adapt lessons and materials that are differentiated to meet diverse learner needs. Track and document student performance and progress

using the district’s data management systems (e.g., SchoolPace, DIBELS). Participate in

data meetings and instructional planning sessions

to discuss student progress and determine next steps. Maintain clear, accurate, and confidential records. Communicate effectively with teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure a cohesive approach to reading instruction. Engage in

ongoing professional development

related to literacy instruction, assessment, and instructional strategies. Support and model a

culture of literacy

throughout the school building. Instructs reading programs with fidelity Any additional responsibilities assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Required certification: CT Elementary teaching certification (013, 305) Successful teaching experience in an urban setting preferred Strong understanding of literacy development, evidence-based reading practices, and data analysis Ability to collaborate effectively with a team of educators and work independently when necessary Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills

Additional Information:

$25 an hour Maximum of 29.5 hours a week There are no benefits associated with this position Grant funded, non-union position Ansonia Public Schools is an EOE.

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