Literacy Intervention & READ Act Coordinator

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Literacy Intervention & READ Act Coordinator
OUR MISSION
Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow's leaders today.
CORE VALUES
Core Values are the key to defining our culture. They drive our decisions and shape our behavior. Below are the Core Values for Leman Academy of Excellence:
CAUTION: Every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and secure environment for every scholar, staff and guests.
CIVILITY: Every scholar, family and employee is treated with respect and as a valued individual.
COMMUNITY: We strive to build a community where all stakeholders are motivated to be involved and feel connected and valued.
CLASSICAL EDUCATION: Oversight and training is in place to ensure we are offering a rigorous, scholar-centered, classical education program including high expectations, values and virtues and providing scholars an environment of engaged learning.
SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION:
The primary role of the Literacy Intervention & READ Act Coordinator is to positively impact scholar achievement. This will be accomplished by participating in continuous school improvement efforts, assisting teachers in the development of appropriate accommodations and interventions.
Reports to: Site Principal, Site Vice Principals
QUALIFICATIONS/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and a Colorado state Teaching Certificate.
• DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Completion of the Colorado READ Act Training
• Proven leadership ability promoting collaborative decision making.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to positively impact community, parents, scholars, administration, instructional staff and office support staff.
• Strong commitment to supporting and safeguarding the principles of excellence in classical education.
• Ability to manage conflict resolution with an attitude of humility and service.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, co-workers, vendors and build relationships.
• Strong commitment to providing leadership in promoting health and safety, including a healthy environment.
• Ability to operate office equipment as required on assignment; i.e. fax machine, copier, computer, etc.
• Ability to lift boxes and packages of varying weights and move them to other locations.
DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
• Provide Literacy Intervention for both campuses.
• Serve as lead for Literacy Interventions at both campuses.
• Oversight of 504 program at Bayou Gulch campus.
• READ Act compliance - ensure both campuses are in compliance with the Colorado READ Act.
• DIBELS coordinator for both campuses (required by READ Act for all K-3).
• Kindergarten Readiness Coordinator - this will include assessment and compliance with Douglas County School District and the Colorado Department of Education.
• Assist the Scholar Study Team Coordinator at each campus as needed to provide additional support, interventions, and goals for scholars who are not making progress.
• Establish and enforce rules and procedures for responsible behavior, maintaining
order among the scholars for whom you are responsible.
• Observe and evaluate scholars' academic performance, behavior, and social
development.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet scholars' varying
needs and interests.
• Maintain confidentiality per FERPA.
• Additional duties as assigned.
WORK HABITS AND ATTRIBUTES:
• Be a self-starter with an ownership attitude.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of drive to meet goals.
• Shows initiative and resourcefulness.
• Performs accurate work in a timely manner.
• Meets deadlines and sets priorities.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability.
• Works well with minimum supervision.
• Is dependable and accepts responsibility.
• Shows sensitivity and tact in dealing with others.
• Accepts direction and constructive criticism.
• Cooperates with fellow workers and other departments.
• Follows school policies and safety rules.
• Demonstrates a professional appearance on a daily basis.
• Demonstrates a willingness to work as a team player.
• Embraces collaboration with other professionals.
• Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills.
• Maintains a professional environment at all times.
Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed.
COMPENSATION:
Salary Range: $58,408.21 - $82,408.78 annually
Leman Academy offers a very competitive benefits package and overall compensation will be commensurate with talent, experience and education.
As a Leman Academy of Excellence Employee, you shall be afforded benefits if you work thirty (30) hours or more each week, all as prescribed in the Personnel Policies of the School, and such revision thereof as are made and approved by the Board of Directors of the School all of which have been adopted by the School. Benefits eligibility and enrollment for Employees working thirty (30) hours or more per week include but are not limited to:
• Voluntary medical insurance, vision plan, and dental plan; enrollment for Employees beginning employment are effective the first of the month following the start date of full time employment unless agreed upon by administration.
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Long and Short Term Disability benefits are effective the first day of the month following the start date of full time employment.
• Leman is a PERA Employer.
• If the Employee is terminated, the Employee will be covered with all benefits described above until the last day of the month in which they terminate.
• Benefits eligibility and enrollment continue for current admin/Employees who sign a new Agreement. Retirement plan and long-term disability eligibility and enrollment are based on the beginning date of employment in the initial Agreement.
Job Type: Full-time, Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Campus: Approximately 20 hours at Bayou Gulch Campus and 20 hours at Stroh Campus.
Leman Academy of Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Description
$58,408.21 - $82,408.78 annually