Reading Interventionist 26-27 (0.70 FTE) SY
Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization, Timber Ridge, SC, United States
Reading Interventionist 26-27 (0.70 FTE) SY JobID: 1559
Position Type: Teacher
Date Posted: 4/22/2026
Location: Timber Ridge
Date Available: 08/11/2026
General Information
Purpose
The Reading Interventionist is a licensed educator with advanced expertise in literacy who provides targeted support to students who are reading below grade-level. They diagnose reading difficulties, provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to struggling readers, and support classroom teachers in effective literacy instruction. They work in small groups or one-on-one, analyze literacy data, and help facilitate reading instruction and intervention throughout the building while working within a Multi‑Tiered System of Supports. The Reading Interventionist engages in consultation and technical assistance, job‑embedded professional development, assessments and evaluations, modeling and feedback of strategies and supports and collaborative problem solving.
Essential Functions
Provide specialized, often one‑on‑one or small‑group instruction to improve phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, particularly for students with dyslexia or other learning challenges.
Collaborate to create a tailored literacy plan that matches a student's specific ability level and learning style, while also reinforcing the core classroom curriculum.
Meet regularly with classroom teachers to share progress data and co‑plan support.
Administer, score, and interpret reading assessments to identify specific skill gaps.
Track student growth over time and adjust intervention plans as necessary.
Assist school leadership in selecting, implementing, and evaluating evidence‑based reading programs.
Promote a love for reading and in some classes coordinate family literacy events, along with meeting with parents and guardians to discuss progress and recommend strategies for supporting literacy at home.
Collaborate and problem‑solve with NSSEO coaches.
Other duties as assigned.
Other Functions
Assume appropriate roles as adult model, behavior manager and educator.
Assume responsibility for continued professional growth.
Assume other duties and special projects as assigned.
Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO and governing board goals and objectives and The School Code of Illinois.
Working Environment
To perform the physically demanding job functions, strength and/or endurance for lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling are occasionally required.
To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical capabilities of climbing and balancing are seldom required.
To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical body movement of stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling is seldom required.
To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the upper extremity physical capabilities reaching, handling, and/or fine motor dexterity are constantly required.
Exposure to temperature extremes is seldom or not present.
Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g., mechanical, cuts, burns, infectious disease, high decibel noise, etc.) is seldom or not present.
Frequency of exposure to injury to self and/or others is seldom or not present.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid Professional Educator's License endorsed for Learning Behavior Specialist and Reading Interventionist.
Master's Degree or Reading or Literacy Preferred.
Multiple years of experience in the field of education.
Experience in implementing and supporting school improvement processes, including Multi‑Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS).
Experience designing, delivering and coordinating professional development learning activities regarding reading intervention, curriculum and instruction.
Participate in twelve (12) hours of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training and techniques.
Collaborate effectively with students, parents, and other professionals.
Specific Requirements
Specific skills related to proficient use of technology including accessing the internet, email, phone systems, and software are required. Potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions will be required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job.
Ability is required to independently problem‑solve, schedule daily activities, make announcements, and use job related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances and to work with a significant diversity of student abilities and needs. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups, maintaining confidentiality, meeting deadlines and schedules, completing work accurately with minimum supervision, working as part of a team, and maintaining a positive attitude.
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the Organization's services.
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Position Type: Teacher
Date Posted: 4/22/2026
Location: Timber Ridge
Date Available: 08/11/2026
General Information
Purpose
The Reading Interventionist is a licensed educator with advanced expertise in literacy who provides targeted support to students who are reading below grade-level. They diagnose reading difficulties, provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to struggling readers, and support classroom teachers in effective literacy instruction. They work in small groups or one-on-one, analyze literacy data, and help facilitate reading instruction and intervention throughout the building while working within a Multi‑Tiered System of Supports. The Reading Interventionist engages in consultation and technical assistance, job‑embedded professional development, assessments and evaluations, modeling and feedback of strategies and supports and collaborative problem solving.
Essential Functions
Provide specialized, often one‑on‑one or small‑group instruction to improve phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, particularly for students with dyslexia or other learning challenges.
Collaborate to create a tailored literacy plan that matches a student's specific ability level and learning style, while also reinforcing the core classroom curriculum.
Meet regularly with classroom teachers to share progress data and co‑plan support.
Administer, score, and interpret reading assessments to identify specific skill gaps.
Track student growth over time and adjust intervention plans as necessary.
Assist school leadership in selecting, implementing, and evaluating evidence‑based reading programs.
Promote a love for reading and in some classes coordinate family literacy events, along with meeting with parents and guardians to discuss progress and recommend strategies for supporting literacy at home.
Collaborate and problem‑solve with NSSEO coaches.
Other duties as assigned.
Other Functions
Assume appropriate roles as adult model, behavior manager and educator.
Assume responsibility for continued professional growth.
Assume other duties and special projects as assigned.
Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO and governing board goals and objectives and The School Code of Illinois.
Working Environment
To perform the physically demanding job functions, strength and/or endurance for lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling are occasionally required.
To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical capabilities of climbing and balancing are seldom required.
To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical body movement of stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling is seldom required.
To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the upper extremity physical capabilities reaching, handling, and/or fine motor dexterity are constantly required.
Exposure to temperature extremes is seldom or not present.
Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g., mechanical, cuts, burns, infectious disease, high decibel noise, etc.) is seldom or not present.
Frequency of exposure to injury to self and/or others is seldom or not present.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid Professional Educator's License endorsed for Learning Behavior Specialist and Reading Interventionist.
Master's Degree or Reading or Literacy Preferred.
Multiple years of experience in the field of education.
Experience in implementing and supporting school improvement processes, including Multi‑Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS).
Experience designing, delivering and coordinating professional development learning activities regarding reading intervention, curriculum and instruction.
Participate in twelve (12) hours of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training and techniques.
Collaborate effectively with students, parents, and other professionals.
Specific Requirements
Specific skills related to proficient use of technology including accessing the internet, email, phone systems, and software are required. Potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions will be required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job.
Ability is required to independently problem‑solve, schedule daily activities, make announcements, and use job related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances and to work with a significant diversity of student abilities and needs. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups, maintaining confidentiality, meeting deadlines and schedules, completing work accurately with minimum supervision, working as part of a team, and maintaining a positive attitude.
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the Organization's services.
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