St. Brendan School: Reading Specialist

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• Brendan School Reading Specialist Full-Time Catholic Preferred but Not Required St.
• Brendan School is seeking a full-time Reading Specialist who is deeply committed to evidence-based, structured literacy approaches to support, supplement, and extend classroom teaching.
• This educator works collaboratively to implement a high-quality, research-based reading program that meets the unique needs of our students.
• The ideal candidate brings a passion for literacy assessment and instruction and a strong desire to work within a dedicated educational team and school community.

Key responsibilities

Instructional support

· Supplement daily classroom literacy teaching. · Extend learning for targeted student groups. · Collaborate with teachers on research-based strategies. · Implement high-quality, evidence-based reading programs. · Meet the diverse learning needs of all students.

Assessment & diagnosis

· Utilize specialized knowledge of literacy assessment tools. · Diagnose specific student reading strengths and weaknesses. · Design individualized intervention instruction plans based on data. · Evaluate the overall effectiveness of the literacy program. · Share diagnostic data with teachers and parents. · Partner with psychologists, special educators, and speech therapists.

Leadership & community resource

· Provide leadership as a school-wide literacy expert. · Mentor classroom teachers on best reading practices. · Act as a resource for parents regarding home literacy. · Engage the community in literacy initiatives and education.

Qualifications

· Master’s or Bachelor's degree in Reading, Literacy, or Education preferred. · Structured literacy training preferred · Experience teaching reading in a school setting preferred · Commitment to supporting the academic and spiritual mission of St. Brendan School.

Requirements

• Hold an appropriate Ohio Teaching License (Professional, Permanent, or Resident Educator) or be eligible to obtain one before beginning to teach
• Current satisfactory BCI & FBI background checks
• Have attended or be willing to attend a Virtus Protecting God's Children training [https://columbuscatholic.org/safe]

See the job description below for more information. Please apply for this position at the bottom of the page. JOB DESCRIPTION FOR TEACHERS TITLE: Teacher

Qualifications

Appropriate state certification/license: 1. as required by the grade levels and subjects taught 2. Religious Education certification as required by the diocese

Responsible to

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• GOAL: To assist students in mastering the skills and information in the school curriculum while helping them to grow in faith and responsibility. THE EIGHT STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY
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• STANDARDS: 1. Teachers in the Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Columbus know, understand and contribute to the integration of Catholic teachings and virtues throughout the curriculum and school culture as it supports faith formation and student learning. 2. Teachers understand student learning, development, and faith formation while respecting the diversity of students. 3. Teachers know and understand the content for which they have instructional responsibility. 4. Teachers understand and use varied assessments to inform instruction, evaluate and ensure student learning 5. Teachers plan and deliver effective instruction that advances the learning of each individual student. 6. Teachers create Christ-centered learning environments that promote high levels of learning and achievement for all students. 7. Teachers collaborate and communicate with students, parents, other educators, administrators and the faith community to support student development, learning and faith. 8. Teachers assume responsibility for their professional academic/spiritual growth, performance, and involvement as an individual and as a member of a Catholic learning community.