2026-2027 TURNAROUND SPECIALIST READING

Position Type:SCHOOL SUPPORT (INSTRUCTIONAL)/READING SPECIALISTDate Posted:5/13/2026Location:Continental Colony Elementary SchoolsPOSITION SUMMARYThe Reading Specialist is responsible for providing instructional leadership, professional development, and curriculum support to educators to enhance literacy instruction and student achievement. The Reading Specialist provides support and PL to teachers; including lesson planning, modeling classroom instruction via coaching cycle and establishing small group instructions support for students.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION:Master's degree in education required.CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:Valid Georgia Certification T5 or higher.WORK EXPEREINCE:5 years of successful classroom teaching experience.Experience in modeling effective teacher behavior to adult learners in a variety of settings.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESKnowledge and understanding of standards-based curricula and research-based instructional strategies including specific ELA content knowledge.Knowledge of curriculum and instruction and best practices of instructional leaders, current educational research and best practices.Knowledge of analyzing formative and summative student achievement data.Knowledge of technology integration into instructional lessons.Excellent written and oral communication.Ability to work with collaborative teams.Ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues.Ability to use Microsoft Office, Google Suite and other system software programs.ESSENTIAL DUTIESProvides targeted job-embedded support to teachers and school leaders by implementing an intensive cycle of support (including but not limited to classroom observations, co-teaching, modeling, co-planning, etc.) in ELA.Assists teachers and school leaders in analyzing data (screening, diagnostic, formative, and summative) and identifying necessary academic supports; help establish protocols and procedures to analyze student work periodically and identify specific areas in need of improvement.Designs and facilitates targeted professional learning to increase teacher capacity and effectiveness in schools with identified academic needs because of the data (observations, student work, student performance, lesson plans, etc.).Provides support for creating and implementing selected curricular resources; assists teachers to adjust, modify, and enrich curricular approaches and improve instructional practices.Conducts professional learning for teachers, paraprofessionals, and administrators.Renders support for creating and sustaining a collaborative planning model/professional learning community for teachers.Remains current with accepted and appropriate instructional theory, practice, and research; participates in professional learning; attends seminars and conferences as requested.Collaborates with other members of the Schools & Academics Office in providing school/classroom-based professional learning and support.Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the district's professional learning activities.Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.Required to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandated.PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONSThe physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditionsSpeech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stressAdditional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Will require travel to multiple sites.The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. COMPENSATIONSalary Range: Salary Schedules - Atlanta Public SchoolsWork Days: 202