Job Description:
As a Special School District (SSD) literacy coach/reading specialist, you are a partner in creating meaningful learning experiences that support students in becoming confident, capable readers. In this dual role, you will work closely with educators to strengthen instructional practices and provide targeted reading interventions for students. You will empower students of all learning abilities to grow as readers and thinkers, helping them build the skills they need to excel to their greatest potential. This position is part of a federally funded Title program and plays a critical role in improving literacy outcomes throughout the school community.
 
As a Literacy Coach (60%), you will collaborate with educators to strengthen instructional practices, provide coaching, and align support with the Missouri Learning Standards for English Language Arts and the Science of Reading. As a Reading Specialist (40%), you will deliver targeted reading interventions, monitor progress, and help students build confidence and engagement with reading.
SSD provides interventionists competitive salaries and benefits that acknowledge their expertise and educational attainment. We are currently seeking an interventionist to join the following location(s):
 
Litzsinger School, 10094 Litzsinger Road, Ladue, MO, 63124
 
Posting open until:  6/25/2025
 
Salary 

• $49,000 to $83,250/year based on experience and education

 
Education and Experience 

• Bachelor's degree required
• Masters Degree preferred
• Prior teaching experience in the area of reading/literacy required
• Prior experience teaching special education preferred
• Coaching or instructional leadership experience preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 

• Missouri Special Reading K-12 certification issued through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)

Calendar

• 10-month school year (August to June), exact dates dependent on assigned location

 Benefits

• Group benefit plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
• Staff Health Clinics
• Paid holidays
• 13 PTO days per year
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare spending account

Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. 
 
Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.