5 Reading

This Posting is for the 2024 - 2025 School Year It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state: We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment. We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success. We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity. We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect. We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs. We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs. As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams. Job Title: .5 Reading / .5 Math Interventionist Work Year: 165 days Department: Teaching and Learning Services Reports To: School Principal Salary Range: Teacher Salary Schedule Salary Range: $45,000-$94,315 Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on PEA Negotiated Agreement Status: FLSA Status: Exempt SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS: The primary responsibility of the Interventionist is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential; Performs instructional and related duties in accordance with District policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Teacher also maintains a cooperative attitude with staff, parents, and students. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. REQUIRED: Valid Colorado Teaching License within 60 days from date of hire Elementary Education Endorsement or Teacher must be highly qualified in applicable content area through the following options: Endorsement on a Colorado teaching license 36 semester credit hours applicable to content area Passing score on a State Board of Education approved content exam (currently the ETS Praxis Series) Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary Teachers hired in a K-3 or Reading Interventionist position must be willing to register for the READ Act training that is required per Senate Bill 199-99. The teacher must show evidence that they are enrolled and progressing in a CDE-approved training course and completed within the school year or provide a certificate of completion for the program PREFERRED: Ten (10) or more years of classroom experience Willingness to follow a curriculum with fidelity Willingness to help coach others Ability to collaborate with others in meetings and via e-mail Ability to follow a schedule Experience in a Title I or low income setting Previous experience as a certified teacher Knowledge of content standards and implementation of standards-based curriculum Ability to teach and meet the academic needs of all students ensuring academic progress in all content areas especially in reading/writing and mathematics Ability to collaborate with all instructional staff Previous experience to use data to make instructional decisions Knowledge/experience with the five components of reading and commitment to support and implement explicit and systematic reading instruction, based on scientific research Ability to use technology and integrate technology skills into the curriculum Knowledge / experience teaching the diverse learner especially students who may have a specific learning plan such as an IEP, ILP, ELL, 504, etc. Demonstrated effective classroom management skills Knowledge /experience with and ability to implement scientific-based research best practices Previous experience with and ability to utilize effective small groups and whole class direct instruction strategies to differentiate instruction Knowledge / experience in implementing the Title I parental involvement plan Knowledge / experience with Positive Behavior Support Program or willing to implement the school-wide discipline plan SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge and understanding of Common Core standards Ability to unpack standards and align with curriculum Ability to write specific learning goals, objectives and outcomes Ability to analyze and use multiple data sources to make sound instructional decisions Ability and willingness to collaborate with colleagues and actively participate in professional learning communities Ability to use technology and incorporate/teach 21st century skills Ability to scaffold and differentiate instruction Ability and willingness to integrate reading, writing and math throughout the curriculum Computer expertise or an expectation to learn Infinite Campus Positive public relation skills, professionalism, strong work ethic, ability to develop positive relationships with school and community Ability to demonstrate the communication skills with students, parents, and teachers to enhance the educational, personal, and social aspect of each student Ability to interpret test information and data Strong commitment to system change and strong evidence of being a "team player" Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis Ability to be flexible ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's/department's goals. Actual duties, responsibilities, frequency, and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors. Teacher will guide the learning process for at-risk students to increase student achievement in accordance with the curriculum, the School Improvement Plan and our Early Literacy Grant Adhere to compliance guidelines to grant expectations Provide a variety of classroom techniques and methods Promote high levels of achievement in relation to individual student abilities Use techniques and methodologies appropriate to student abilities Utilize current and relevant subject matter Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction Organize instruction using learning objectives with clearly defined student outcomes Employ teaching strategies congruent with planned student outcomes Select teaching strategies emphasizing student involvement Monitor student learning and pace instruction accordingly Prepare effectively for class Prepare daily lesson plans Provide instruction predicated on course goals and objectives Prepare classroom for classroom activities Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities Establish written grading standards that are clear and incorporate a variety of graded activities Assure that grading standards are explained and available to parents Develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships Model personal behaviors of honesty, fairness, courtesy, and consideration Maintain a cooperative relationship with administrators, staff, students, and parents Share appropriate information with parents and with other staff members Provide documentation of students' progress Provide timely and accurate feedback/documentation to students, parents, and appropriate staff members Assign and check homework and provide appropriate feedback to students Maintain appropriate records of student performance, progress, and development Build motivation and interest in learning Exhibit personal interest and encourage student interest in the subject area Maintain a current awareness of literature/activities in subject area Maintain an ongoing personal program of professional growth and development Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school Participate in department, school, district . click apply for full job details