Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets epectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approimately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.
Location: US:CO:BOULDER
School: Casey Middle
Position Title: Literacy Interventionist-MS
Position Start Date: November 2, 2026
Position Type: Teachers-Licensed
FTE: 0.50 - 20 hours per week - Limited Term through 5/24/2027
Work Schedule: 186 Days - 12 Months -
Closing Date: September 7, 2026
Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD
The Literacy Interventionist position requires a commitment to accelerating all readers to grade level proficiencies using an in-depth understanding of the theories of literacy processing. An interventionist will work closely with other school interventionists, administrators, classroom teachers, parents and his or her Teacher Leader to support a school wide systematic approach to increasing student achievement. A BVSD teacher demonstrates a strong knowledge of the curriculum and content area while positively impacting student achievement through innovative instructional strategies and effectively managing the learning environment.
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Effectively manages the learning environment.
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Values student diversity and support the unique learning needs of each individual student.
E- hibit a growth mindset through participation in high quality professional learning.
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Conduct screening/diagnostic assessments in reading and writing.
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Implement reading instruction/interventions focused on identified outcomes (Including instruction in Leveled Literacy Intervention LLI (elementary), and Orton Gillingham based interventions).
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Conduct ongoing progress monitoring assessments for each student and enters student data into an online data management system on a regular basis.
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Coordinate the logistics for literacy instruction for students performing below/above grade level in reading/writing and facilitate data sharing meetings.
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Works closely and collaboratively with Administrators, General Education Teachers, English Language Development Teachers, and Special Education Teachers, sharing responsibility for individual targeted or intensive instruction.
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Provide leadership and professional development for teachers to use literacy instructional strategies and literacy online resources.
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Communicate regularly with parents.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Required:
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Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with appropriate endorsement in Elementary or Secondary Education (must upload license or in process documentation to application).
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Currently hold or are willing to obtain a Reading Specialist endorsement within 3 years upon hire (must upload license or in process documentation to application).
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Currently certified as an Academic Language Practitioner (CALP) or Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) and are willing to submit an application to the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) to obtain the Reading Specialist endorsement prior to official start date.
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Minimum of three years teaching e
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Must have completed K-3 Teacher Training as part of the READ Act through the Colorado Department of Education or willing to obtain it while in the position.
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Completed and submitted BVSD on-line application.
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The READ Act SB 19-199 (PDF) and SB22-004 (PDF) requires that all Colorado teachers who provide literacy instruction to students must earn a “READ Act Designation” by meeting specific requirements. If you are hired for a position requiring the READ Act Designation, you will be required to obtain it. Additional information can be found here.
Preferred:
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Masters in Literacy or have passed the state test for Reading Specialist.
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Trained in and have an in-depth knowledge of literacy assessments, Orton Gillingham based interventions, and other evidence-based interventions.
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Understanding of the READ Act and how to implement requirements of READ Act legislation. Diagnostic and prescriptive skills in reading, writing, speaking and spelling.
E- perience with MTSS/RTI structures including interim assessments, targeted instruction and progress monitoring.
E- perience with linguistically diverse and other diverse learners.
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Highly skilled at using digital resources.
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Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
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Ability to function well in self-directed activities, work collaboratively, and take initiative to complete tasks.
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Ability to effectively communicate with administrators, teachers, specialists, and parents, both verbally and in writing.
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Skilled in group facilitation, coordination, and leadership.
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Certification as an Academic Language Therapist.
Salary Placement varies according to eperience and education.
- Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (eisting employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule).
BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including eperience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and eperience on your application is recommended.
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Eternal Candidates: on-line at jobs.bvsd
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Current BVSD Employees: Must through the INFOR portal
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If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical e- amination.
Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees ecellent benefits which may include:
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Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
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Vision Coverage
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Supplemental Life Insurance
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Employee Assistance Program
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Personalized Benefits
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Identity Theft Protection
Fle- ible Spending Plans
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Retirement Savings Plans
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EcoPass
Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.
The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, se, gender identity/epression, national origin, creed, religion, age, seual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html
