Henrico

• Demonstrates strong knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices in the area of literacy
• Provides direct and indirect literacy instructional services to students in a positive environment.
• Instructs students in reading and writing using evidence-based strategies 
• Instructs students in developing effective study skills 
• Instructs students in efficient use of accommodations to support literacy needs, including access to read aloud and speech-to-text software
• Knowledgeable about the various reading programs provided by the school division to ensure appropriate instructional match based on individual student needs.
• Provides case management to students Provides leadership and expertise in the area of literacy for students with disabilities to other members of the faculty 
• Establishes and enforces rules and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students.
• Confers with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other professionals to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development.
• Maintains accurate and complete student records and prepares reports on children and activities, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Collects and analyzes reading data to inform educational decision-making 
• Assists in the preparation of data for local, state, and federal reports.
• Supervises paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom
• Maintains professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.
• Willing to provide professional learning for school faculty regarding students with disabilities and literacy needs and services
• Performs other duties as assigned and approved by the Director of Exceptional Education.
• Regular attendance is required.

The minimum salary for this 209-day position is $57,925 with a bachelor’s degree or $62,527 with a master’s.  The annual salary will be prorated based upon the work begin date.

Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date.

Starting in the 2023-24 school year, Henrico County Public Schools will designate select schools with high rates of vacant positions and provisionally licensed staff as Opportunity Schools. This program provides additional staffing resources and specialized professional learning as well as compensation supplements to eligible staff.  For more information visit the Opportunity Schools page on our website. This position qualifies for an Opportunity School stipend of $3,500.

Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education.  Reading Specialist endorsement or Orton-Gillingham training preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently and 25 to 50 pounds occasionally, and may assist, move, or restrain students when required to intervene in student safety issues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, lift, walk, stand, and hear.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

For information about our benefits, visit our website: https://www.henricoschools.us/page/employee-benefits