Valid PA Elementary K-6 or PK -8 and Reading Specialist certifications required (must have both)

Must have basic computer skills to utilize both CIU-20 computer-based and web-based programs.

Provide teaching and consulting services necessary to maintain the effective functioning of the Act 89/ Title I remedial program at the elementary level in the nonpublic schools.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.       To identify students eligible for the program by means of standardized school administered test scores, diagnostic assessments, previous placement in the Act 89/Title I program, and classroom teacher/principal recommendation.

2.       To formally assess the needs of each student by benchmark testing that will confirm final selection of students for the program.

3.       To use additional formal and informal measures, as indicated by data on hand, to define specific content and skills that require remediation.

4.       To provide each student with a data driven individual prescription with stated goal(s) and objectives that scaffold into lessons that will result in meaningful progress or achievement of the goal(s).

5.       To plan and implement remedial reading and mathematics programs which will provide targeted individualized instruction, based on program diagnostic data in a positive learning environment that will result in making meaningful progress or reach classroom placement level

Reading

•        Phonemic awareness instruction

•        Phonics instruction

•        Vocabulary instruction

•        Fluency instruction

•        Comprehension instruction

•        Study skills instruction

Mathematics

•        Computational skills and processes

•        Mathematical concepts

•        Mathematical application skills

6.       To record and maintain appropriate records related to the Act 89/Title I remediation program.

7.       To assist in the selection and use of instructional materials and equipment.

8.       To assist in the preparation of forms, letters, etc., applicable to the Act 89/Title I remediation program and to disseminate information relative to the Act 89 Title I remediation program.

9.       To communicate with the nonpublic school's regular classroom teacher(s), administrator(s) and parents regarding the scheduling, attendance, and progress (academic and behavioral) of students in the Act 89/Title I remediation program.

10.     To assist the Supervisor of Professional Learning and Auxiliary Services in related functions involving the Auxiliary Services of Colonial Intermediate Unit 20.

11.     To function as a member of one of the three staff committees, (reading, mathematics, or technology) and complete curriculum work under the direction of the committee chairperson.

12.     To participate as a member/consultant of the Student Intervention Team at each assigned school.

13.     To provide Title I instruction to eligible students following Title I regulations and directives and to respond to requests from coordinators of contracting school districts with information and data concerning the students served.

OTHER MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Function as a member of the IU wide Student Intervention Team training Process when applicable.

2.     Promote a positive image of the Intermediate Unit and the nonpublic Schools.

3.     Demonstrate the willingness to assist other employes with their work.

4.     Stay current in all aspects of the practice of teaching remedial reading and remedial mathematics.

5.     Demonstrate proficiency in the use of all technology applications and skills incorporated in the professional duties of the Act 89/Title I remediation program.

 
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Your online application material will be screened and reviewed by the program administrator. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the administrator regarding the interview date and time.  Please be certain to fill out all areas as requested in the resume section.  

Selected candidates for IU20 positions will be required to produce state mandated background clearances and fraud checks as part of the employment onboarding process. All recommendations for hire shall be contingent upon receipt of acceptable clearances and fraud checks. The clearances and checks will be treated confidentially.

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