Reading Specialist

Reading Specialist -

Greene County Public Schools Ruckersville Elementary - Ruckersville, Virginia

Job : 5504367

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $56,082 to $77,791 Per Year

TITLE:
Reading Specialist

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Providing reading instruction to students, evaluating student performance in reading, motivating students to develop strategies and skills in the area of reading; performing related work as required.

• Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and possess or be eligible for a Virginia Department of Education license with an endorsement in reading.
• Candidate must hold a Master’s Degree in the field of Reading from an accredited college or university.
• Strong organizational, management and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated successful instructional experience, general leadership ability and personal characteristics necessary for working with staff, parents and community.
• Alternative qualifications as the Superintendent and School Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
• Meets and instructs the students(s) in assigned locations and at the designated times.
• Designs coherent instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, current instructional practices, students, the community, and curriculum goals.
• Plans instruction to achieve desired objectives that reflect the Virginia Standards of Learning and division curriculum guidelines.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of lesson preparation upon request of the building administrator(s).
• Diagnoses individual, group, and program needs and plans for the appropriate use of time, materials, and resources to match the ability and needs of all students.
• Evaluates students' progress. Provides students with specific evaluative feedback. Maintains appropriate records and prepares progress information for reports.
• Uses a variety of assessment strategies and instruments to make both short-term and long-range instructional decisions to improve student learning.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with established procedures, as requested by the building administrator(s).
• Prepares and submits reports, as required.
• Identifies and communicates specific student performance expectations and documents student learning gains using appropriate assessment instruments.
• Demonstrates an understanding of curriculum and current instructional practices.
• Creates learning experiences that make the subject matter meaningful for all students.
• Understands that students differ in their learning styles and differentiates instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Uses appropriate materials, technology and resources in a manner that promotes the development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.
• Selects, evaluates, and refines a variety of teaching methods and instructional strategies for the active engagement of students and improvement of student learning.
• Implements a discipline policy that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff.
• Ensures the adequate supervision of students.
• Manages classroom procedures to maximize academic learning time, in order to motivate students to achieve maximum potential.
• Establishes and maintains rapport with students.
• Creates a supportive learning environment for all students that encourages social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Uses effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to foster positive interactions in the classroom.
• Works collaboratively with regular classroom teachers, staff, administrators, parents, and community resources to support the success of a diverse student population.
• Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions.
• Takes responsibility for and participates in a meaningful and continuous process of professional development.
• Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with peers, school personnel, and the community to promote and support student learning.
• Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies.
• Provides a good role model of an educated professional in appearance, demeanor, dress and behavior.
• Communicates with regular classroom teachers, students, student counselors, and parents through conferences and other means.
• Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees, and student activity sponsorship as required.
• Assumes responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to school.
• Provides support for the regular classroom teacher in relation to the Standards of Learning, remedial instruction, and the county framework.
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all…