• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Reading Specialist

• 
  Date Posted:
  7/20/2022

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  Location:
  Woodland Primary School

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  Date Available:
  08/09/2022

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  Closing Date:
  When filled

1105 North Hunt Club Road
Gurnee, Illinois 60031

Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and educational environment by hiring individuals who support and contribute to the diversity and excellence of our student and academic programs through their teaching and service to our students, parents and the community we serve.

If you welcome inclusion, equity and diversity, have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students, embrace and celebrate the individuality of our student population with respect to race, ethnicity, and economic status, and seek to celebrate the cultures that contribute to making our district so rich, please join our team! Minority candidates encouraged to apply.

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Position Title: Reading Specialist

Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in this posting.

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted: July 20, 2022

Location: Woodland Primary School

Date Available: August 9-11, 2022 (new teacher orientation); August 22, 2022 (first day of new school year)

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. License: Required - Illinois Professional Educator License (Elementary Grades) with either Reading Specialist or Reading Teacher endorsement

2. Education: Required - Master's Degree in Reading

3. Experience: Required - Minimum of 3 to 5 years successful teaching experience
Preferred - Minimum of 3 to 5 years successful reading teaching experience in an elementary school setting; fluency in Spanish

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI) and Common Core State Standards

2. Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students

3. Adheres to the guidelines outlined in the Woodland School District 50 Staff handbook

4. Contributes and models a positive school climate through the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) program

5. Orders materials and supplies as per district procedures, with appropriate authorization and within budgetary constraints

6. Works cooperatively with other staff members in planning professional development opportunities

7. Collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs

8. Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property; keeps supplies in good working condition, is responsible for all materials as well as manages repair of equipment

9. Collaborates as needed with appropriate school personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions

10. Presents curriculum and uses a variety of assessment tools that support district and Common Core State Standards

11. Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students varying needs and interests

12. Utilizes RtI to assist in reviewing data, determining academic needs, setting appropriate goals and implementing interventions for students

13. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly, productive environment

14. Works collaboratively with classroom teachers, administration and families to improve academic performance

15. Works with classroom teachers to carry out the philosophy of the adopted Tier I language arts curriculum

16. Monitors placement of all supplemental reading materials

17. Assists teachers in use of all components of the language arts curriculum

18. Assists with parent conferences if requested

19. Supports guest teachers in providing quality reading instruction

20. Conducts district workshops on reading development

21. Demonstrates and instructs new reading materials, methods/strategies for teachers and students

22. Maintains reading materials inventory and assist the Teaching and Learning Department in ordering reading materials

23. Assists in evaluating the language arts curriculum (Tier1, Tier 2, Tier 3)

24. Works directly or indirectly with students and progress monitors within the RtI framework

25. Assumes other reading program tasks as they arise

26. Participates in Problem Solving / Intervention Team meetings on an as needed basis

27. Maintains accurate, complete and up-to-date records of student attendance, projects, and grades

28. Uses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students' levels and rates of progress

29. Gathers and maintains up-to-date records of student grades and assessment data to assist in the placement of students

30. Administers state and local standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need

32. Attends and participates in team, department, faculty meetings, and professional development

33. Keeps up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to meet the needs of all students

34. Adheres to all school and district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality

35. Performs other such duties and assumes other such responsibilities as may be assigned by the School Principal or Director of Teaching and Learning

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Planning and Preparation - Responsible for demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students learning.

2. Classroom Environment - Responsible for creating an environment of respect and establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages student's behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space.

3. Instruction - Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.

4. Professional Responsibility - Reflects on teaching, must maintain accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows professionalism.

Technical: Must be able to utilized a white board/smartboard, iPads with various apps, online assessment tools, Microsoft Office and Google programs, and district email/voicemail systems.

Interpersonal: Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, businesses and community. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, etc. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people. Must have strong organizational skills. Must have the ability to lead and support paraprofessional staff in the classroom and collaborate with all related service providers.

DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance.

Physical Effort: Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods.

Working Conditions: Some exposure to definitely disagreeable elements may exist.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 180 days; Monday thru Friday; 7:25 AM - 3:00 PM

SALARY RANGE: Based on experience and education

HOW TO APPLY: Internal applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach a resume to the online application. External applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach three letters of recommendations, resume and transcript(s) to the online application.

All applicants must be willing to interview in person and demonstrate skills through a situational analysis. Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Further information regarding this position may be obtained by contacting:

CONTACT PERSON:
Mrs. Stacey Anderson
Principal
standerson@dist50.net
(847) 984-8702

APPLICATION DEADLINE: When filled - Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.

Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or other legally protected categories. The Associate Superintendent of Educational Services (847-596-5631) addresses questions regarding student discrimination and serves as the Districts Title IX Coordinator, and the Executive Director of Human Resources (847-596-5640) answers questions concerning employment discrimination.

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