Reading Specialist Job at New Story Schools, Stamford, CT

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  • New Story Schools
  • Stamford, CT

Job Description

At The Spire School, we provide therapeutic education for college-bound students in grades 6–12. Guided by values of wellness, resilience, and individualized support, we empower students to overcome challenges and reach their potential. Join our team and make an impact that lasts.

As a Reading Specialist at The Spire School, you'll provide high quality, data driven literacy instruction that helps students unlock their academic potential and build confidence as learners. You will support college bound students in grades 6 through 12 by delivering personalized reading instruction aligned with the school’s mission and philosophy.

What You’ll Need

  • Master's degree and a valid Connecticut teaching license with endorsement 102 or eligibility for licensure in Connecticut
  • Formal training or certification in Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, or another multisensory structured reading approach
  • At least two years of experience supporting students with literacy or language-based learning differences
  • Knowledge of the IEP process, progress monitoring, and data based instructional planning
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach that support a small team environment

What You’ll Do

  • Deliver individualized and small group reading instruction using diagnostic and multisensory methods
  • Assess student skills, monitor progress, and document outcomes using formative and summative measures
  • Design and implement structured literacy interventions that meet diverse learning profiles
  • Partner with teachers and staff to embed reading strategies across content area instruction
  • Communicate regularly with students, families, and districts and participate in meetings as needed

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
  • Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
  • Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
  • 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

The Spire School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.

Job Tags

Part time, Immediate start,

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