Title I Reading Specialist Job Description

The Title I Reading Specialist is assigned the responsibility of assisting Title I students and their families to ensure attaining and maintaining academic success as well as coaching staff in following with the protocols for the Title I program.

Primary Responsibility to: Director of Programs and School Principal

Responsibilities (Job functions)

• Plans a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students in collaboration with the principal and classroom teacher as well as other personnel working with the student.

• Works with the principal and classroom teachers to develop a schedule for delivery of instruction.

• Provides instruction individually or in small groups by implementing lessons or instructional activities designed to meet the students' academic needs.
• Performs clerical functions directly related to the instructional assignment for the purpose of instructing students (i.e. preparing materials, maintaining instructional records for student files, communicating with parents, etc.)
• Monitors and records student progress.
• Plans Parent Family Nights.
• Communicates regularly with the parents or guardians of the student.
• Assists parents in understanding Title I and encourages their involvement in school activities.
• Administers and interprets diagnostic and achievement tests to assess student needs and monitor progress.
• Attends conferences, in-service and workshops to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
• Monitors and maintains the Title I Crate so that it is up to date and deadlines are met.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees.
• Assists in the selection of instruction material.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:

• Skills to organize and manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of principles of child development and instructional processes.
• College degree and appropriate teacher certification, Preferred Masters Degree

• Knowledge of the reading process and how to teach it.
• Good math skills

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop creative solutions.
• Knowledge of state and federal policies and procedures regarding Title Programs.
• Computer skills including word processing, email, student data management system, internet.
• Patience and flexibility.