LTC Reading Interventionist

Hunt Middle School

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”

The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

• Value different cultures;
• Engage with the community;
• Communicate effectively;
• Think creatively;
• Skillfully solve problems; and
• Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.

Burlington School District is accepting applications for a Reading Interventionist (LTC) to join a school committed to high levels of achievement for all students at Lyman C. Hunt Middle School The Reading Interventionist is responsible for supporting student achievement in the area of English Language Arts, with special attention to reading across the curriculum.  The Interventionist provides individual or small group instruction to students who are struggling academically.  This position is also responsible for monitoring, reporting, and communicating student progress and performance. Essential skills include comfort, competence and knowledge in providing reading interventions for adolescent readers at the middle level. 

Required Qualifications:

• Licensed or eligible for Vermont Educators License
• Experience in reading instruction/interventions
• School experience at the middle school level
• Knowledge of best practices regarding student management protocols
• Knowledge of middle school research based best practices that accelerate learning for all students
• Experience working with diverse learners

Preferred Attributes:

• Training and/or experience with English Language Learners.
• Experience in a professional/teaching learning community
• Evidence of student-centered learning approaches including personalizing instruction and supporting students meeting core proficiencies
• Evidence of implementing inclusive practices for students with special needs.
• Knowledge of assessments and use of data to inform instruction

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS/TERMS:

• SALARY: As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Burlington Education Association. This is a salaried position paid Bi-Weekly with a lump sum payment for the summer period.
• SCHOOL YEAR: 10 months, 187 workdays (based on start date), 7.75 per day/38.75 per week
• BENEFITS: Benefits eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start day. BSD Benefits!
• PAID TIME: Sick Time / Personal Time As per the Master Agreement.

*Contingent on Grant Funding* 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.