School District of Niagara – Vacancy NoticeReading Specialist / Reading Interventionist (K–6)
Posting Date: July 1, 2026
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
The School District of Niagara is seeking a passionate, student-centered, and collaborative Reading Specialist/Reading Interventionist to support literacy achievement for students in grades K–6 beginning with the 2026–2027 school year.
Located in beautiful northeastern Wisconsin, the School District of Niagara is a PK–12 district serving approximately 470 students in a single school building. Our close-knit staff values collaboration, innovation, and building meaningful relationships with students and families. We are committed to providing every student with the support and instruction needed to become successful, lifelong learners.
Qualifications
Applicants must:
- Hold or be eligible to obtain a Wisconsin DPI Reading Specialist License (#317/5017) or other appropriate Wisconsin reading licensure.
- Demonstrate knowledge of evidence-based literacy instruction and intervention practices.
- Have knowledge of Wisconsin Act 20 and its literacy requirements (preferred).
- Effectively analyze and use student assessment data to guide instruction and monitor student progress.
- Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and leadership skills.
- Work collaboratively with classroom teachers, intervention staff, administration, and families to support student success.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide targeted reading intervention and enrichment opportunities for students in grades K–6.
- Deliver evidence-based literacy instruction through small-group and individual interventions.
- Administer, analyze, and interpret literacy screening and progress-monitoring assessments to identify student needs and measure growth.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to strengthen core literacy instruction and implement effective intervention strategies.
- Assist with the implementation of Wisconsin Act 20 literacy requirements and other state literacy initiatives.
- Support the development and continuous improvement of the district's elementary literacy curriculum and instructional practices.
- Participate in Child Study Team, IEP, and other student support meetings as appropriate.
- Provide instructional coaching and professional learning opportunities to staff as appropriate.
- Maintain accurate student records, intervention documentation, and progress-monitoring data.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the administration.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following:
- Letter of application
- Resume
- Current Wisconsin DPI license(s)
- Three letters of recommendation
- College transcripts (if available or requested)
Application materials may be sent to:
Nathaniel Burklund, Superintendent
School District of Niagara
700 Jefferson Avenue
Niagara, WI 54151
Email: [email protected]
The School District of Niagara is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
