PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Secondary Bridging Literacy Teacher is responsible for working closely with at-risk students at the campus level, grades 10-12, to ensure that additional support and small group instruction is provided for them in ELA. The Literacy Bridging Teacher will provide ELA instructional support that fulfills the requirements of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree, required

Valid Texas teaching certificate or permit with required endorsements for subject/level assigned, required

Masters degree in English or Reading, preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Deep understanding of scientifically based reading research and evidence-based practices for teaching Reading and assessing student progress toward achievement of benchmarks

Knowledge of research based strategies in Reading in the content areas

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Knowledge of Literacy State Standards and State Assessment

Provide resources and training to campus staff on scientifically based reading research and evidence-based practices for teaching Reading

Gather and assist in analyzing data and write reports related to Reading

Create an atmosphere of trust and collaboration among staff to promote professional growth and accelerate Reading achievement for struggling students

Presentation skills needed to model instructional lessons

Experience:

Three (3) years successful teaching experience, required

Working Days:  187