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As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change-in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges-2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools-2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. Position Summary To help students develop proficient reading skills that will contribute to their academic growth. Principal Duties & Responsibilities Use the science of reading to plan small group and/or one-on-one intervention. Coordinate aspects of assessment including planning for program wide universal screening & academic support and instruction. Collaborate with administration to identify students who need additional support/intervention; develop individualized strategies. Lead small science-of-reading based intervention. Collect and review progress monitoring data for students receiving intervention. Help to foster establish and maintain an emotionally safe and trauma-informed environment at HSHU. Maintain professional boundaries and mutually respectful relationships with students, colleagues, supervisors, and community partners with the foundation of open communication, respect, and collaboration. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Attributes Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred. 3 or more years working as a reading/math interventionist, specialist, or schoolteacher. Thorough understanding of best practices for reading and/or math instruction based on current research. Ability to teach all aspects of literacy and mathematics. Ability to administer and interpret assessments and interventions, and group students for instruction based on the findings; share data with teaching staff and assist staff in gaining relevant insights about students. Unusual Working Conditions Seasonal Dates: Dates of Program: Training week - 6/17-6/23 Program Days 6/26-8/4, two required evening events 7/31 and 8/2 Clean up Days 8/7 - 8/8 Pre-Training Onboarding - Date TBD Trainings generally run 9am - 4pm, Program days are 8am - 4pm Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live. Other details Job Family Staff Pay Type Hourly Employment Indicator Seasonal Required Education Bachelor's Degree Job Start Date Monday, June 17, 2024 Job End Date Thursday, August 8, 2024 Apply Now 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825, USA