Elementary Reading Interventionist

Position Type:Elementary School Teaching/Elementary Education K-4Date Posted:4/21/2026Location:Meridian Elementary SchoolDate Available:08/19/2026Closing Date:Until FilledJOB POSTING - For the 2026-2027 School Year onlyMeridian Elementary SchoolFULL-TIME ELEMENTARY READING INTERVENTIONISTThe following position is being posted for the 2026-2027 school year ONLY.DESCRIPTION: Full-Time Elementary Reading InterventionistLOCATION: Meridian Elementary SchoolSTARTING DATE: August 19, 2026 following School CalendarQUALIFICATIONS: Must have appropriate Elementary Teaching Certification. Elementary K-8, all subjects (ZC); General Elementary K-6 (ZE); Elementary K-5, all subjects (ZG); or Lower Elementary PK-3 (ZO) are preferred. Also accepted are Elementary and K-12 Special Education Certification. Applicants must meet HQ requirements of No Child Left Behind Endorsement.RATE OF PAY: Per Master Agreement between the Meridian Public Schools Board of Education and the Meridian Education AssociationSUPERVISOR: Elementary School PrincipalDEADLINE TO APPLY: UNTIL POSITION FILLED.Resumes will be reviewed as they are received and Meridian reserves the right to interview and hire prior to this deadline.NOTE: Any applicant recommended for hire for any position is required to consent to a criminal history investigation and back assessment, if required by job description.ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERPosition PurposeUnder the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.SUMMARY: Teachers are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Meridian Public Schools teachers are committed and focused to student centered learning.REPORTS TO: BUILDING PRINCIPALDISTRICT-WIDE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: Meridian Public Schools, in partnership with parents, students, businesses and the community, are committed to and responsible for ensuring the highest level of academic achievement and career planning for all students, the highest performing organizational structure at all levels, and a safe and effective learning environment for all students.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Content and pedagogical knowledge in assigned subject/areaKnowledge of relevant technologyCritical thinking and problem-solving skillsVerbal and written communication skillsDecision making skillsOrganization and planning skillsAbility to tolerate high levels of stressAbility to be flexible and adaptiveAbility to take initiativeAbility to record and report daily written recordsAbility to pay attention to detailAbility to utilize classroom instruction techniques designed to stimulate the spirit of inquiry, the acquisition of knowledge and understanding, and the thoughtful formulation of worthy goalsAbility to work effectively and collaboratively with other teachers, administrators, and staffAbility to work independentlyAbility to learn new tasks quicklyAbility to develop a positive rapport with students, staff, parents and the school communityThe capacity to align curriculum, instruction and assessments while responding to the individual needs of studentsThe willingness to seek out knowledgeable peers, coaches or administrators for instructional supportPrioritize student-learning needs over the customs, routines, and established relationships that can stand in the way of necessary changeCommitment to the relentless pursuit of increasing student learning and innovationThe competence to collect and analyze data from formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisionsThe skill to implement a tiered system of instruction within the classroom and to leverage the intense student support networkThe strong desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students in order to exert academic influenceThe ability to help create and thrive in a professional environment that is one of mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability that includes all stakeholdersThe willingness to actively engage in the PLC process while:*participating in ongoing instructional specific conversations*collaboratively creating and executing clear, logical instructional plans*coordinating instruction within and across grade levels*trying out new ideas for improving student learningDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiencesDevelop schemes of work and lesson plansEstablish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activitiesPrepare classroom for class activitiesProvide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activitiesIdentify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needsInstruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipmentUse relevant technology to support instructionObserve and evaluate student's performance and developmentAssign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignmentsProvide appropriate feedback on workEncourage and monitor the progress of individual studentsMaintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and developmentUpdate all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulationsPrepare required reports on students and activitiesManage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and proceduresMaintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the schoolApply appropriate disciplinary measures when necessaryPerform certain pastoral duties including but not limited to student support, counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragementParticipate in department and school meetings, parent meetingsCommunicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needsKeep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activitiesRegular and reliable attendancePerform other duties as assignedEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required Reasonable accommodations must be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institutionMeet professional teacher education requirements of School, District, and StateState certification including applicable endorsements required for a specific subject/areaRelevant teaching experiencePHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward with hands and arms. Moderate concentration/intensity, which includes prolonged mental effort with limited opportunity for breaks. Average memory is needed, considering the amount of time and type of information. A moderate level of complexity for decision making and average time pressure of decision making.The employee must have the ability to move/lift up to 25 pounds. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and desks. Specific vision abilities required by the job includes close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and will occasionally work outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.