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Start Your Online Application Now<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.applitrack.com%2Fdistrict196%2FOnlineApp%2FJobPostings%2FView.asp%3FAppliTrackJobId%3D19282&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7Cca76e6f6dec744a36e6d08dc42dcdb54%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638458763545132148%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=sgwfvrqO6QHMe7AhX9bovpVhlcV9BPIZPRFCXiKmkG4%3D&reserved=0> Date Closing: 03/19/2024 Description: 1.0 FTE Effective Date of Employment: Beginning of the 2024-25 school year Application Deadlines: March 19, 2024 - 4:00 p.m. Application Procedures: Internal and External Candidates: Apply on-line at www.district196.org<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.district196.org%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7Cca76e6f6dec744a36e6d08dc42dcdb54%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638458763545142486%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=m7dXx9OYE9MPZPkRnczUZOIOQJ6uKoNspKRjXDNINeQ%3D&reserved=0> Job Summary: The Literacy Interventionist has a pivotal role in supporting elementary school students who require targeted assistance in developing strong literacy skills, and ensuring that all students receive personalized and effective literacy interventions. The Literacy Interventionist will work collaboratively with classroom teachers, administrators, and parents to implement evidence-based strategies and curriculum aligned with structured literacy; and will be a part of a district-wide interventionist team. Qualifications: * Current Minnesota teaching license (elementary, special education, reading, or English Language Development) * Minimum of three years teaching experience * Training or certification in structured literacy (preferred) * Experience in structured literacy instruction and intervention (preferred) * Knowledge of evidence-based literacy practices. * Ability to analyze data and adjust instruction accordingly. * Strong knowledge of Minnesota English-Language Arts Standards * Excellent problem-solving skills * Strong interpersonal, organization, and communication skills * Strong communication and collaboration skills. * Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. * Commitment to equity and culturally responsive teaching Responsibilities: Assessment, Data Collection and Analysis: * Conduct thorough assessments to identify students with literacy challenges. * Analyze assessment data to develop personalized intervention plans. * Maintain detailed records of student progress and intervention strategies. * Analyze data to make informed decisions about the effectiveness of interventions. * Work closely with colleagues to analyze school-level data and progress monitoring data; identifying trends, areas for improvement, and intervention needs. Structured Literacy Instruction / Intervention: * Implement evidence-based structured literacy interventions tailored to the needs of individual students. * Provide explicit and systematic instruction in phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. * Conduct small-group intervention sessions to address specific literacy needs. * Problem-solve with colleagues and district intervention specialist in making responsive instructional decisions to meet student needs * Collaborate with teachers to align intervention strategies with classroom instruction. * Communicate regularly with teachers, administrators, and parents to share progress and discuss effective support strategies. * Serve as a member of the school&#8217;s leadership team and student assistance team * Collaborate with parents and caregivers to extend literacy support beyond the school setting. Professional Development: * Stay current with research and best practices in structured literacy instruction. * Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge. Responsible To: Building Principal Compensation: According to contractual agreement. (DOQ) In District 196, the sky&#8217;s the limit for students and employees. That&#8217;s because our committed team of employees is dedicated to the mission of educating, developing and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our whole child, &#8220;Triple-A&#8221; approach provides students and staff opportunities to learn, grow and pursue their infinite possibilities in academics, the arts and athletics. District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes&#8217; list of America&#8217;s Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employer and how likely they would be to recommend their employer to others. District 196 has 19 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school for students with special emotional and behavioral needs, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for lifelong learners of all ages. Equal Opportunity Employer As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, age or genetic information. District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups. The Director of Human Resources, Shelly Monson (651-423-7859 &#8211; shelly.monson@district196.org) is the designated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the district&#8217;s non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson (651-423-7782 &#8211; jeremy.sorenson@district196.org) and the Director of Secondary Education, Michael Bolsoni (651-423-7712 &#8211; Michael.Bolsoni@district196.org) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the district&#8217;s non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education, Janet Fimmen (651-423-7629 &#8211; janet.fimmen@district196.org) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR). 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