Reading Specialist

Reading Specialist

Details about this opportunity:

Location: Nassau/Suffolk County, NY

Status:  Fee for service

Hours:  Monday-Friday

Follows school calendar

Compensation: $55-$60/hour

**Please note this is a range. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. In addition the position posted may be either full-time or fee-for-service (FFS), depending on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.**

What we have to offer YOU:

PART TIME BENEFITS:

We are excited to offer a range of valuable benefits for our employees who work 25 or more hours per week (Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA  and Pet Insurance)*

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Professional Development Assistance

Full-Time Opportunities Available

Team Building events

Incentive Program

Responsibilities:

Work with students in the home, community and/ or School setting to provide individualized lessons which target Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals.

Develop creative and multi-sensory lessons based on IEP goals to engage and captivate learners with various abilities.

Collect meaningful data on IEP goals and report quarterly on child’s progress with IEP goals.

Ongoing communication with lead supervisors and school team.

Maintain accurate attendance and submit electronic billing on a daily basis.

Knowledge of discrete trial instruction, natural environment teaching, and incidental teaching is a plus.

Attend professional development trainings to maintain best practice approach and continue personal development.

Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals.

Attend CSE meetings.

About You:

If you have these attributes:

Passionate about working with children and their families

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals

Self-starter and independent problem solver

Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail

Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate

Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment

Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary

Must be a team-player

And this background:

NYS Teachers certification and/or Students with Disabilities certification (Certification must be 1-6, All grades or Permanent)

Must be CERTIFIED in Wilson Reading and/or Orton Gillingham

Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families preferred

Bilingual is a plus

Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!

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