Job Title
Title II Reading Instructional Teacher - 24-25 SY
Location
Henrico, VA, US
Organization Name
HCPS - Various Elementary Schools
About Us
Henrico County Public Schools is one of the six largest county public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Sky Line Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.
Our Mission:
Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse educational, social and civic learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.
General Statement of Duties
This is a 220 day contract. The candidate must possess a comprehensive knowledge of reading acquisition and pedagogy, learning theory, and best practices for effective Tier I, II, and III instruction. Candidates must demonstrate abilities to
- provide school-level leadership in the areas of reading and language arts,
- work collaboratively with all members of the school and division team,
- provide support to teachers in planning and delivering instruction,
- analyze student performance data and create action plans, and
- deliver high quality instruction to meet individual and group needs.
Coaching is also a key component of this position. Candidates should demonstrate an understanding of adult learning and instructional coaching best-practices that use state standards, division curriculum, research-based strategies, and student data to increase student achievement.
Essential Duties
- Provide daily leadership and support for elementary literacy instruction through coaching, participation on school action teams, collaboration with school leadership, reading specialists, additional coaches, and direct work with teachers
- Support teachers in the implementation of all facets of literacy instruction through the use of coaching strategies, including but not limited to participating in coaching cycles, modeling of instruction, co-teaching, and collaborative planning
- Assist teachers in the use of data to identify student needs, form groups, select resources, and inform instruction
- Participate in collaborative planning to support the implementation of the HCPS Instructional Model, use of aligned curriculum, and integration of research-based practices in literacy instruction
- Assist teachers with the selection of instructional materials that adhere to the HPCS aligned curriculum, stimulate learning, and meet the needs of all students in a learner-centered classroom
- Collaborate with school leadership to identify literacy needs based upon data, develop school literacy goals that address the need, and implement a plan to achieve the literacy goals
- Use school data to design and deliver professional learning experiences for instructional and additional staff that supports literacy instruction, address school goals, and align with HCPS Instructional Model
- Establish trust, rapport, and credibility with entire school community
- Facilitate conversations with individual teachers, grade level teams, whole staffs, and other groups
- Communicate and collaborate with other staff including but not limited to exceptional education, LIEP, gifted, reading facilitators, and division level coaches to support learning for all students
- Collaborate withTitle I lead instructional coaches, coordinator and the Title I specialist, including attending monthly literacy and Title I professional learning
- Participate in ongoing personal professional learning experiences in which coaches examine their own practice, share ideas, problem solve and develop best practices expertise and tools as a means of enhancing the instructional practices of all teachers and improving student achievement
- Assist with the creation of family engagement events and school-wide initiatives that promote literacy
- Maintain an inventory of Title I materials to include but not limited to reading and writing materials and oversee the organization of text and resources in the bookroom
- Stay abreast of current educational trends and best practices as these relate to classroom instruction, effective schools, and student achievement
- Use expertise as a reading specialist to deliver small group instruction, as needed
- Maintains professional manner when interacting with students, families, school and division staff, patrons, and community agencies
- Support the continued implementation of the HCPS LifeReady Literacy Plan
- Maintain documentation to ensure Title I is in compliance with local, state and federal guidelines and processes
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree with a Reading Specialist endorsement (or proof of enrollment in a Reading Specialist program) is required
- A minimum of three years of successful teaching experience required
- Experience in grades K through 5
Additional Information
Minimum *annual starting salary: $60,239 (Masters), $63,126.
The *annual salary stated in this posted is based on the 2023-2024 adopted fiscal plan. The annual salary for the 2024-2025 SY will be determined when the HCPS School Board approved / adopts the fiscal plan budget later this Spring.
How To Apply
To be considered for the listed vacancy, you must submit an online application, mail, fax, or hand-deliver a copy of your teaching license, college transcripts, teacher assessment scores (if not already on file), and three (3) letters of recommendation / reference to:
Henrico County Public Schools
Department of Human Resources
P. O. Box 23120
3820 Nine Mile Road
Henrico, VA 23223
FAX (804) 652-3763
Henrico County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.
EOE/Accommodations Upon Request
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Currency
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Main Organization
Public Schools
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Employment Status
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Amount of Travel
Work At Home