Teacher-Reading Specialist Long-Term Substitute

North Reading Public Schools

E. Ethel Little Elementary School - North Reading, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5565188

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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E. Ethel Little Elementary School is seeking a long-term substitute Reading Specialist from now tentatively through May 29, 2026. North Reading Public Schools is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential.

In this role you will provide regular education reading services to students who require additional support both in the inclusion classroom and in individual pull-out instruction as needed.

This position is a 0.8 FTE with an anticipated schedule of full school days, Mondays through Thursdays (28 hours/week).

• Complete reading evaluations and assessments
• Collaborate with other building educators
• Create and monitor specialized reading programs for students requiring support in reading and English language arts
• Participate in regular support team meetings as scheduled
• Develop progress notes
• Be available to conference with parents/guard and families as needed or requested
• Other duties as requested by the Building Principal and/or Designee

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education teaching license in Elementary grades 1-6
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education teaching license in Reading, All levels
• Training and experience in specialized reading programs (i.e., Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, LIPS, Project Read)
• Working knowledge of Response to Intervention (RTI) strategies and evaluation/assessment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Collaborative working demeanor
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

The North Reading Public Schools (NRPS) provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students develop both their social‑emotional and academic skills and abilities through an exploration of a wide range of content areas, the arts, athletics, and extra‑curricular opportunities. With a dedication to excellence, service, and life‑long learning our students will engage collaboratively, think critically, embrace diversity, and value equity in order to become productive global citizens.

NRPS is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. Candidates with different perspectives and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply to grow our school community and help students feel personally connected to their learning experiences and feel represented inside and outside of the classroom ensuring a sense of belonging.

North Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin age, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Human Resources Administrator.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $310.16 to $310.16 Per Day

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher >
Reading/Literacy

• Julie Fahey, Principal
• E. Ethel Little Elementary School
• Phone:
• Email: jfahey