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Reading Specialist JobID: 4148 Position Type: 2026 - 2027 Anticipated Opening/Certified Staff Date Posted: 7/16/2026 Location: Nellie K. Parker School Date Available: 09/01/2026 Closing Date: Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide READING SPECIALIST HACKENSACK PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2026 - 2027 SCHOOL YEAR Description: Reading Specialist Job Summary: Ability to deliver reading intervention to students in grades K-4; Data collection, analysis and reporting; Working closely with ELA Supervisor, SE Supervisor and School Administration; Identify programmatic needs and materials; Assess and identify students for inclusion in intervention program; Strong ability to collaborate with school administration, teachers, and support staff in order to provide instructional support as needed; Plan and implement lessons aligned with grade level standards; Utilize researched based and innovative approaches and instructional strategies; Reflective and open to feedback; Monitor student progress and program efficacy. Qualifications: Appropriate New Jersey State Teacher Certification; Students with Disabilities or TOH Certification a plus; Reading Specialist Certification a must; Minimum 5 years effective / highly effective teaching experience; Experience with Read 180 and/or System 44 a plus. Working Conditions: Hackensack Middle School Salary: As per HBOE/HEA Agreement Application Procedure: Apply online via Frontline/AppliTrack Selection Procedure: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted followed by recommendations made to the Acting Superintendent for Board approval Email To A Friend Print Version Openings as of 7/17/2026
Salary estimate
$94,000 – $126,000/yr
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Skills for this role
CommunicationLeadership
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