Job Description

Reading Specialist

BurleyMiddle School

2026-27 School Year

Teach Lead Inspire

Be an educator in Albemarle County Public Schools

Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic challenging and relevant learning experiences becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society Then look no further!

In Albemarle County Public Schools we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race class gender and special capacities for our childrens success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!

We are the first public school division in Virginia and among the first in the country to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps and support the unique gifts talents and interests of every ACPS all really means all.

Who Were Looking For

Teachers and Specialists are essential to achieving our goals of Thriving Students Affirming and Empowering Communities and Equitable Transformative Resources .

Our ideal candidates are:

• Innovative self-reflective collaborative knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices and are continually growing and improving
• Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps
• Prepared to engage with our Culturally Responsive Teaching model in support of our Equity Mission Statement

Why Work in Our Schools

Here are just a few reasons why both new and experienced educators choose to join our team:

• Strong instructional support and mentoring from our building administrators instructional coaches learning technology integrators diversity resource teachers and equity specialists
• A wide range of p rofessional development opportunities including our New Teacher Academy and many other learning experiences held throughout the year for new and experienced teachers
• Competitive pay and benefits including health & dental coverage retirement flexible spending accounts paid time off wellness program discounts on gym memberships and more
• The opportunity to work in a close-knit supportive community where you can continue to grow as a professional

Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools . You can read the full teacher job description here .

Location

Situated around beautiful Charlottesville Virginia which is consistently ranked among Americas top university towns and best places to live Albemarle County is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington DC and 70 miles west of Richmond its only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away. Whether its the great outdoors a vibrant and diverse arts food and culture scene or small town living with a big city feel our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.

The Application Process

Are you ready to join the ACPS Team and engage our learners in becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society If so then follow these steps to apply:

STEP 1 : Click Apply for this Position at the top right of this page. This will add your application to the candidate pool for this position.

STEP 2: You will receive an email invitation to complete a short online assessment to help us learn more about your strengths as an educator. Instructions will be included in the email. If youvealready taken this assessment within the past three years you do not need to complete it again.

STEP 3: Continue to check our Jobs page frequently as new positions are added throughout the spring and summer. You need to apply for each specific position that you are interested in. Jobs are listed chronologically by posting date but you can search by categoriesor by keywords like teacher or counselor and you can also sign up for weekly email alerts.

STEP 4: Our school principals and assistant principals will review your application and will contact you directly if they would like to schedule an interview. Time frames vary depending on the position and time of year.

Qualifications: Masters degree in Education and State certification as a Reading Specialist is required. Extensive experience with a focus on literacy instruction. Proven success in coaching and mentoring teachers and a strong understanding of literacy assessment tools and data analysis. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to adapt to the unique needs of diverse learners and educational settings. More information can be found on the VDOE website.

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Full Job Description

The candidate will have expertise in Evidence-Based Literacy instruction and will focus on collaborating with administrators and teachers in professional learning assessment effective reading instruction and providing and managing direct intervention services to students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collaborates with classroom teachers to assess individual and collective needs in literacy instruction;
• Utilizes student data and classroom assessments to inform instructional strategies;
• Provides feedback to teachers on effective literacy strategies scaffolded instruction and assessment techniques;
• Provides feedback to teachers and PLCs to enhance teaching practices;
• Guides teachers in interpreting student data and adapting instructional approaches to address specific student needs;
• Reviews progress toward goals with teachers and adjusts strategies as needed;
• Assists in the implementation of the comprehensive and research-based curriculum;
• Works with teachers to align curriculum materials with state standards;
• Brings the latest research and pedagogy in the field of literacy to PLC meetings.
• Attends regular PLC meetings where teachers can share successes challenges and strategies for improving literacy outcomes;
• Encourages collaborative problem-solving and the exchange of best practices among educators;
• Fosters a culture of continuous learning and professional growth;
• Conducts thorough assessments to identify students literacy strengths and areas for improvement;
• Utilizes diagnostic tools and assessments to identify specific literacy needs and recommend appropriate interventions;
• Designs and implements targeted evidence-based interventions;
• Provides targeted instruction through small group or one-on-one interventions;
• Provides instruction that aligns with students assessed needs;
• Monitors progress to adjust interventions and instructional strategies accordingly; Collaborates with teachers parents and other educational professionals to share progress updates and recommend ongoing support;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGESKILLSAND ABILITIES:

Current understanding of culturally responsive teaching practices; Strong communication skills with colleagues and families using a variety of methods; Effectively uses technology to support instruction; Mastery and modeling of current RESEARCHED BASED PRACTICES how to implement programs effectively and the ability to present these practices to large groups; Uses and asset-based mindset when working with students; Sees themselves as a lifelong learner consistently seeking new and innovative ways to help meet student needs; Uses problem-solving strategies in all aspects of the work; Possesses a growth mindset and is open to new and innovative practices.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Masters degree in Education and State certification as a Reading Specialist is required. Extensive experience with a focus on literacy instruction. Proven success in coaching and mentoring teachers and a strong understanding of literacy assessment tools and data analysis. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to adapt to the unique needs of diverse learners and educational settings.

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