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Secondary Literacy Specialist: Timpview High School

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Job Title Secondary Literacy Specialist
Vacancy # 71240301A
Position # 31-104
# of Openings 1
Category Secondary Teacher
Employment PROV
Salary TBD
Calendar Days 186 Teacher
Published Date 03/01/2024
Target Fill Date N/A 
Closing Date 03/15/2024 
Location Timpview High School
3570 North Timpview Dr.
Provo, UT 84604
Experience 0-1
Degrees / Certificates Bachelors Degree
Contact Information:
Cheryl Moffat
Admin 6 / k-12
3570 North Timpview Dr.
Provo, UT 84604

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E-Mail: cherylmof@provo.edu 


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Requirements
This job is a part-time contract and will begin August 2024. 
 
Description
Secondary Literacy Specialist is done for the purpose/s of
coordinating tier 2 reading interventions for students and related activities;
providing information to others; and implementing and maintaining services
within established guidelines and standards for literacy instruction.
This job reports to the Principal
Essential Functions
  Administers diagnostic reading tests for the purpose of identifying specific needs
and then addressing those needs through intervention and/or targeted support.
 
  Assists school teaching staff (e.g. literacy teachers and or instructional
assistants, content teachers, special education teachers, etc.) for the purpose
of coordinating appropriate literacy interventions in order to improve
student achievement.
 
  Communicates with parents/guardians, by phone or in person, about reasons for
placement and student progress for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing
partnership between the home and school in order to maximize student success.
 
  Coordinates with building administrators and school teaching staff for the purpose
of improving literacy instruction, serving as a liaison and resource, identifying
training needs, and/or coordinating district literacy programs within the school.
 
  Design services (e.g. instructional practices, observation, coaching, three-tier
instructional model, etc.) for the purpose of implementing professional
development program activities that address identified needs in literacy
instruction and student achievement.
 
  Leads tier 2 reading intervention programs for the purpose of providing targeted
instruction to identify the population to increase student performance.
 
  Maintains a variety of records for the purpose of providing up-to-date
documentation of literacy training, interventions, and student achievement.
 
 
  Oversees student instructional and assessment data collection for the purpose of
providing accurate and timely literacy data for placement, curriculum and
instructional planning.
 
  Participates in meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars for the purpose of
conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
 
  Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient
and effective functioning of the work unit.
 
  Researches a variety of information (e.g. courses, professional articles, and/or
books, training models, etc.) for the purpose of developing new programs that
meet staff training needs.
 
  Responds to inquiries for the purpose of resolving problems, providing
information and/or referring to appropriate personnel.
 
  Shares assessment data with faculty as needed for the purpose of providing
pertinent information to inform/adjust instructional practice.
 
  Supports the English department in administering universal screening tests for the
purpose of identifying specific needs and making placement decisions.
 
  Teaches students comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, and phonics as needed
using research-based best practices for the purpose of improving literacy
instruction, implementing district literacy programs, and improving
student achievement.
 
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualification Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
 
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally
upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies
required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: analyzing data; applying
assessment instruments; applying curriculum and instructional techniques; conducting
meetings; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records;
using curriculum and instructional techniques.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read technical information, compose a
variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and understand multi-step
written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: assessment instruments and
techniques; strong understanding of Utah Core Standards; demonstrated knowledge of
literacy content and knowledge and use of effective instructional research, pedagogy, and
technology for all learners.
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often
gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to
work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but
different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also
required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied
types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem-solving is required to
analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires
independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to
moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the
functions of the job include: networking and facilitating internal and external groups;
communicating with diverse groups and individuals; meeting deadlines and schedules;
working as part of a team; leading, delegating, and organizing tasks; and managing multiple
projects; adapting to changing work priorities; setting priorities; working with detailed
information/data.
Responsibilities: Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized
practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and tracking budget
expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to
perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s
services.
Work Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following
physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping,
kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job
requires 30% sitting, 30% walking, and 40% standing. This job is performed in a generally
clean and healthy environment.
 
Experience: Education: Equivalency:
 
Job-related experience within a specialized field is
required. Bachelor's degree in a job-related area.
 
Required Testing:
 
  Certificates and Licenses
    State of Utah Teaching License
Reading Endorsement
NCLB Certificate
Continuing Educ. / Training:   Clearances
Maintains Certificates and/or
Licenses
 
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
 
FLSA Status Approval
 
 
 
 
 
 
Application Procedure

Complete the online application in the Applicant Portal.

Attach the following items to the application:

  1. Current resume

  2. Letter of interest for Asst. Principal Suzanne Parker

  3. Two letters of recommendation

  4. Copy of Utah Secondary Teaching License or current out-of-state license

 
 
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