Reading Specialist (15 hour) at York County Library System

York, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Literacy Instruction, Small Group Teaching, Student Assessment, DIBELS, Progress Monitoring, Formative Assessment, Curriculum Presentation, Record Keeping, Classroom Management, Professional Development

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Description Pay Rate: $30.00/hour I Hours: 15 hours per week I Supervisor: Director of Educational Services I Location: York City School District I Classification: Part-Time/Contingent/non-exempt I Schedule: Monday through Friday except for parent-teacher conference days and 6 designated early dismissal days; approximately 6 hours per workday. Also includes 5 designated days of professional development. For the 2026-2027 school year, the program runs from August 2026, through the end of May 2027. (Not to exceed 174 days of instruction). GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Reading Specialist works with kindergarten through eighth grade students in small groups to improve their reading skills. The goal is to help those struggling below their grade level to increase their literacy to grade level or above. Requirements EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in education (or a related degree) Must have a PA Reading Specialist Certificate Knowledge or experience in best practice literacy concepts Candidate must have current (within 3 years) PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal History Clearance, FBI Fingerprint Clearance, Act 168 Clearance (if applicable), and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Candidate must enjoy being a team player and providing excellent care and service to a diverse population. The candidate should have the ability to interact with staff, families and students in a manner that demonstrates respect and dignity, and the ability to solve problems in a professional manner. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to waist level and be able to bend, squat, and kneel occasionally. Must be able to reach, lift, and stretch throughout the workday. Must be able to stand and/or walk up to four hours at a time. Must be able to sit for up to four hours at a time DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Under the direction and guidance of the Director of Educational Services and the classroom teacher, the Reading Specialist has the following duties: Instruct small group literacy lessons with students. Assist teacher in presentation of the grade level curriculum. Keep accurate records of all student and parent contacts. Provide support for emotional needs of students. Collect, analyze, and maintain accurate records of student progress using screening (DIBELS, Progress monitoring, etc.) and formative assessments. Assist with individual assessment of students. Attend workshops or professional development in best practices in literacy.

Responsibilities

The Reading Specialist provides small group literacy instruction to K-8 students to help them reach or exceed grade-level reading skills. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing student progress data and collaborating with classroom teachers to implement curriculum.