Reading Acceleration Specialist (part-time)

The following position is available for the 2026-2027 school year: Part-time Reading Acceleration Specialist

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:

Elementary Certification strongly preferred: (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
• Single medical insurance offered
• Grant funded, non-union position

Ansonia Public Schools is an EOE.