Reading specialist

?? Now Hiring: School Reading Specialist – Medway and Natick Schools

Amergis Educational Staffing is proud to partner with Schools in Medway and Natick to hire a compassionate and dedicated Reading Specialist for the 2025–2026 school year. If you're passionate about student health and wellness, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive school environment.

?? Position Details

• Location: Floating between Medway and Natick, MA
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30am-3:00pm
• Duration: Full 2025–2026 School Year
• Pay Rate: Competitive, up to $55 per hour - based on experience

?? Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct reading instruction to students with mild to moderate reading disabilities
• Deliver evidence-based reading interventions tailored to individual student needs
• Administer and interpret standardized and informal reading assessments
• Develop and monitor IEP goals based on assessment data
• Participate in IEP meetings (annual, initial, 3-year re-evaluation, interim)
• Collaborate with special education staff and multidisciplinary teams
• Support inclusive practices by modeling strategies and sharing resources
• Integrate instructional and assistive technology as needed
• Maintain consistent communication with families and staff
• Uphold professional standards in documentation, communication, and conduct
• Engage in ongoing professional development

? Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Certified Reading Specialist or Special Education Teacher with Orton-Gillingham (OG) training
• Experience working with students with diverse learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorders, Emotional/Behavioral Challenges, ADHD/ADD, Language-Based Learning Disabilities, Cognitive/Intellectual Disabilities
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Commitment to inclusive education and student-centered practices

?? Interested or Have Questions? Let’s connect!

Dana Higgins (She/Her)
Educational & Healthcare Recruiter
?? [email protected]
?? Office: (781) 400-7106 | ?? Fax: (866) 941-7397
?? 110 2nd Avenue, Needham, MA 02494

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university preferred
• Valid state teaching certificate as required by state, contract/district regulations
• Minimum of one year experience in teaching environment preferred
• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Elementary Teaching preferred
• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Secondary Teaching preferred
• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Special Teaching preferred
• Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

• Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
  
  

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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