Part Time Wilson Reading Specialist (Foley Program)

Job Description

About us:

CAPS Collaborative will work in partnership with districts to provide programs and services of the highest quality. To provide these services, we adhere to the following values:

To commit every aspect of the organization to providing exceptional educational opportunities for students.

To demonstrate quality and responsiveness by becoming the first choice of districts for programs and services.

To be a customer-focused organization that constantly evaluates district needs.

To integrate quality, integrity, respect, and teamwork into every aspect of the organization.

To demonstrate accountability through constantly evaluating results and progress toward goals.

To implement programs and services in the most cost-effective manner and to exercise due diligence in financial decision making.

We will work in partnership with districts to ensure that students transition to the least restrictive environment in their home school district.

About the role:

To coordinate, develop, and execute developmentally appropriate individual learning programs and educational services that will contribute to students' academic, social, and emotional growth.

Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality, direct instruction in phonology, phonics, and spelling using the Wilson Reading System

Use diagnostic techniques to assess student needs and adapt instruction to ensure mastery of decoding, encoding, and comprehension skills

Maintain detailed records of student progress, including lesson plans, word lists, and dictation work, and prepare formal progress reports

Implement the program with integrity, often requiring the preparation of specific materials (Wilson Binder, student portfolios)

Candidate Requirements:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain a calm and patient demeanor with all students.

Thorough understanding of various special education needs and services.

Thorough understanding of and the ability to implement a variety of effective teaching methods.

Thorough understanding of policies, laws, and guidelines.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred.

Appropriate state license or certification required.

Two years of experience highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom.

Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time.

Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.

Must be able to kneel, sit, stand, crawl, push, and pull to assist and teach children throughout the day.

Prolonged periods sitting and working on computer to complete necessary paperwork.

Part-time