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To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!\nABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS\nBefore you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.\nPlease note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the dateprior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.\nJob Posting End Date:\nReminder: Current permanentand temporaryemployees must apply through the Jobs Hubin Workday, not the external career site.\nDESCRIPTION\nUnder the direction of the school principal and/or assistant principal, the Reading Specialist Teacher plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for all students. Reading Specialist Teachers provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Reading Specialist Teachers are responsible for developing, selecting, and differentiating instructional plans and materials based on the HCPSS curriculum to meet the needs of all students.\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nApplicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.\nMeet the licensure requirements for early childhood education, elementary education, special education, or a secondary education area*; and Have three years of effective teaching or clinical experience; and Complete three semester hours of special education coursework; and Meet one of the following options:\nOption I\nHold a master's degree and complete a Maryland-approved program leading to licensure as a reading specialist.\nOption II\nHold a master's degree and complete a program leading to licensure as a reading specialist in another state.\nOption III\nHold a master's degree or equivalent of 33 post-baccalaureate credits in reading and related areas to include:\n15 semester hours of reading coursework with at least one course in each of the following areas:\nFoundation or survey course\nDiagnosis and correction of reading difficulties\nClinical or laboratory practicum\nAssessment or evaluation, or both\nMethods of teaching reading to English language learners\nAdditional coursework selected from at least four of the following areas:\nEmergent literacy\nLiteracy leadership\nContent area literacy\nWriting\nEffective use of technology in the literacy classroom\nEarly childhood, elementary, or adolescent literacy\nLiteracy research\nLinguistics\n*Applicants who meet the requirements for a teaching license in secondary education (i.e., 4-9 and 7-12 grade bands) must also demonstrate proficiency in the knowledge and practices of scientific reading instruction by submitting a passing score (159) on the Praxis 5205 Teaching Reading Elementary licensure assessment.\nCertification/Licensure:\nMeets the Maryland State Department of Education licensure requirements for a Reading Specialist Endorsement on their current Maryland Licensure.\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\nThe ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don’t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.\nThree previous years of teaching experience.\n\nHolds a current Maryland State Department of Education license with a Reading Specialist Endorsement.\n\nESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES\nThe below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.\nPlan and implement instructional programs that adhere to system-wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests and abilities of students.\n\nPrepare and document appropriate lesson plans for classes assigned, based upon HCPSS curricula, to achieve instructional objectives.\n\nCreate an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students.\n\nGuide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.\n\nEstablish learning objectives consistent with student needs, requirements of the HCPSS curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development.\n\nCreate a classroom environment that supports student engagement in the learning process, enabling each student to achieve academic success.\n\nProvide an instructional program to meet the needs of all students including students with disabilities.\n\nRefer students for appropriate specialized support as needed.\n\nPlan for and utilize instructional methods, resources and evaluation techniques that motivate and enable each student to achieve the applicable learning objectives.\n\nProvide input when necessary to student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).\n\nTake all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.\n\nAssist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.\n\nDevelop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Communicate standards, achievements and areas for improvement to students and families.\n\nProvide timely and meaningful feedback to families and students.\n\nMake provisions for being available to students and families for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.\n\nPlan and oversee purposeful assignments for paraeducators, student assistants, and/or classroom volunteers.\n\nProvide non-evaluative input on paraeducator and/or student assistants’ job performance as requested.\n\nEstablish relationships with administrators, curricular office staff, colleagues, students, families and the school community that reflect recognition of and respect for every individual.\n\nAppraise his/her own effectiveness and demonstrate successful application of skills and information acquired to increase effectiveness.\n\nParticipate in and share responsibility for the safe and orderly operation of schools.\n\nAttend staff meetings, district professional learning events and serve on staff committees when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.\n\nESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES\nThe below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.\nKnowledge of the HCPSS curriculum for the grade/content range of the position.\n\nProvide differentiated instructional techniques that inspire, motivate, and meet the individual educational needs of all students.\n\nDevelop a nurturing atmosphere and educational environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of all students.\n\nKnowledgeable in effective classroom behavior management strategies.\n\nSkilled in preparing and implementing lesson plans.\n\nSkilled in modifying curriculum for special-needs students.\n\nSkilled in communicating with students, their families, administrators, and other stakeholders.\n\nKnowledge of and skill in the use of web-based digital tools, such as Google applications.\n\nAbility to strategically and appropriately integrate technology into the delivery of instruction.\n\nWork collaboratively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school-based staff, parents and community members.\n\nAbility to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.\n\nAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.\n\nSELECTION CRITERIA\nApplicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.\nEMPLOYMENT INFORMATION\nCompensation\nThis is a 10-month per year position in the Howard County Educators Association (HCEA) employee bargaining unit. The current salary ranges for this position are on the 10-Month Teacher salary scale. Actual placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCEA Master Agreement which considers education and relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime.\nRetirement\nMembership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.\nBenefits\nHCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.\nPre-Employment Requirements\nProfessional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors.\nAll employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.\nAnyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.\nFor questions regarding this posting, please contact Jackita \nEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\nTo request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email .\nHCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. 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