Reading Specialist (Long Term Substitute)

Reading Specialist (Long Term Substitute) JobID: 1305 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Reading Specialist Date Posted: 7/14/2026 Location: Fremont Middle School Date Available: 10/19/2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide Join the Fremont School District 79 Team Fremont School District 79 is seeking a Reading Specialist (Long Term Substitute) for the anticipated dates of October 19, 2026, through June 3, 2027. REPORTS TO: Building Principal QUALIFICATIONS: Illinois Professional Educator License; Reading Specialist Endorsement POSITION SUMMARY: The reading specialist will primarily focus on two key areas: 1) intervention services and 2) reading professional development. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide direct reading intervention services to identified students who qualify for Tier II and Tier III services on the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) model. Support teachers in providing effective classroom instructional interventions to best support student needs in the general classroom setting, promoting inclusion. Establish a positive classroom environment conducive to effective instruction and learning. Utilize effective assessment and progress monitoring strategies. Monitor student entry and exit criteria and ensure students are placed in the appropriate level of services. Participate in team reviews concerning the academic progress of low-performing/at-risk students. Foster systems of effective communication with students, staff, and parents regarding intervention services. Demonstrate strong data analysis skills and develop teacher capacity to collect and analyze multiple sources of data to improve student learning. Participate in ongoing professional development to continue growing as an instructional leader. Facilitate reading professional development opportunities for staff. Model and/or co-teach lessons with teachers to foster effective and independent teacher utilization of new skills and resources. Promote the effective integration of the materials available to the ELA teachers. Collaborate and co-facilitate with the building and district-level staff to effectively promote the growth and achievement of all students. Possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to engage in positive relationships with administrators, staff, parents, students, and the community. Model research-based and innovative instructional practices. Demonstrate knowledge and ability to support educator/adult learning. Pursue and promote equitable and inclusive learning opportunities, with a focus on closing achievement gaps and meeting the needs of all students. Maintain accurate and complete records as required by State/Federal law and District policy. Use site, District, and State assessment data to drive instruction and place students in appropriate instructional and/or intervention programs. Participate in school-wide events, scheduled meetings, and conferences with guardians. Participate in school and District initiatives. Maintain professional competence through participation in District provided professional development sessions and/or self-selected professional growth activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Compensation: $230.00/day Email To A Friend Print Version Openings as of 7/14/2026