Job Description:
Steelville R-III is seeking a dedicated and passionate Supplemental Reading Teacher to join our elementary school team for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. We are committed to fostering a love of reading and ensuring all students achieve literacy success. If you are an enthusiastic educator with a strong understanding of reading intervention strategies, we encourage you to apply!
Location: Steelville, Missouri
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 4-Day week

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide intensive, research-based reading instruction to small groups and individual students identified as needing supplemental support in areas such as phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary.
• Plan and design individualized and small-group lessons that align with Missouri Learning Standards and empower students to develop strategic reading and writing behaviors.
• Utilize a variety of assessment tools to collect, analyze, and synthesize student reading data to inform instruction and monitor progress.
• Collaborate effectively with classroom teachers to integrate reading strategies, share student progress, and ensure a cohesive approach to literacy development.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of student progress, goals, and interventions.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and provide strategies for home support.
• Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings as needed and ensure appropriate accommodations for students with special needs.
• Engage in continuous professional growth through workshops, seminars, and other development opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable field of education.
• Valid Missouri teaching certification, with K-12 Special Reading Certification preferred. Elementary Education certification with a strong background in reading instruction will also be considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge of scientifically based reading research and evidence-based reading intervention strategies.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of elementary students.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret student data and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Successful completion of a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Reading, Literacy, or a related field.
• Experience providing reading intervention or support in an elementary school setting.

To Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Copies of valid Missouri teaching certifications
• Three professional references with contact information

Please send document to svetter@steelville.k12.mo.us

Steelville School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.