Job Description

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ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.

Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely

Job Posting End Date:

06-01-2026

Reminder: Current permanent and temporary employees must apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday, not the external career site.

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, the Coordinator of PreK-12 Reading Intervention and Supports promotes access and equity for all students by providing leadership in the development, supervision, and implementation of the PreK-12 Reading Intervention program. The Coordinator provides leadership for the design and implementation of multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) for reading, supports continuous improvement initiatives, provides professional learning opportunities for reading specialists, teachers, and administrators, and supports efforts to ensure equitable access to reading supports. The Coordinator oversees the implementation, monitoring, and data collection of interventions aligned to COMAR 13A.08 and supports state requirements for reading. The Coordinator closely collaborates with HCPSS stakeholders across offices, programs, schools, and partnerships to support fidelity of MTSS implementation in each school.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.

Education:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in education, curriculum and instruction, or a closely related field.

Certification/Licensure:

• Hold a current Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) professional certificate or license as a Reading Specialist at the time of application with any of the additional endorsements below:

• Administrator I or II
• Supervisors of Instruction, Assistant Principals, and Principals

Applicants who do not already possess the required licensure above may be considered if you are eligible through one of the pathways below:

• Hold a current MSDE professional certificate or license and complete all MSDE requirements for the Supervisors of Instruction, Assistant Principals, and Principals endorsement by the position effective date.

• Have completed a Maryland Approved Program which leads to licensure as a supervisor of instruction, assistant principal, or principal by the position effective date.

• Have completed an approved out-of-state program which leads to licensure as a supervisor of instruction, assistant principal, or principal and includes a supervised clinical practicum AND earn passing score on the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (Praxis 6990) by the position effective date.

• Hold a valid professional state license in administration from another state or country and have verification of five years of effective performance as an administrator in a PreK-12 school setting.

Out-of-state applicants are strongly encouraged to begin the application process for educator licensure with the Maryland State Department of Education in addition to uploading all required materials to your HCPSS employment application.

Experience:

• Five years of experience as a Reading Specialist within a PreK-12 setting.

• Three years of experience in a leadership role or leading programs or projects with a focus on reading instruction and intervention.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don’t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

• Experience as a reading specialist at more than one level.

• Experience designing and delivering professional learning for reading specialists, educators, and support staff to include modules or professional development within a learning management system.

• Experience collecting and analyzing data to evaluate the success of education initiatives.

• Experience with project management.

• Experience with school system budget management.

• Previous supervisory experience.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

• Provides leadership, supervision, and support for the program and staff in the Office of PreK-12 Reading Supports and reading specialists. Supports recruitment and conducts interviews for reading specialist candidates.

• Develops and manages the budget for the Reading Supports program.

• Provides leadership in planning, organizing, and implementing systemic and onsite professional learning on reading MTSS for professional staff, administrators, and central office leadership in alignment with the vision and goals of HCPSS. Provides leadership in the planning and facilitation of Reading Specialists meetings.

• Conducts informal and formal observations of reading specialists using the Charlotte Danielson Framework for Teaching.

• Provides leadership in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of PreK-12 Reading intervention curricula and instructional materials that are based on standards and best practices, aligned with meaningful assessments that provide actionable data for instructional planning. Collects and analyzes data to evaluate the success of program components. Works collaboratively with the Offices of Elementary and Secondary Language Arts, English Language Development, Special Education, Title I, and community partners to support effective MTSS implementation.

• Presents reports at Howard County Board of Education (BOE) meetings and attends public budget hearings, develops BOE memorandums, and responds to stakeholder inquiries regarding the MTSS for reading.

• Serves as a liaison to the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) in areas related to MTSS, reading screening and interventions.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.

Knowledge

• Deep understanding of evidence-based reading instruction and the five pillars of literacy.

• Extensive knowledge of structured literacy approaches and intervention frameworks aligned to the Science of Reading.

• Knowledge of research and trends in literacy, intervention strategies, and adolescent literacy.

Skills

• Analyze screening, diagnostic, and progress monitoring data to identify trends, target needs, and adjust instruction.

• Clearly conveys expectations, data insights, and next steps to educators, administrators, and families.

• Guide staff in implementing evidence-based reading practices and interventions with fidelity.

• Skill in developing and evaluating instructional materials tailored for early learners and diverse student needs.

• Proficiency in designing and delivering engaging training sessions for educators, support staff, and school-based administrators.

Abilities

• Ability to manage complex priorities and projects, timelines, and compliance requirements efficiently.

• Ability to interpret complex data sets to monitor program requirements and drive continuous quality improvement.

• Ability to work effectively across teams (teachers, administrators, offices, and community partners) to support effective program implementation.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Working Hours

• This position will require occasional evening and weekend hours for events such as BOE meetings and family/community events.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Complete applications must be submitted, and once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Supplemental Application Questions

This position requires applicants to provide responses to the below supplemental application questions to determine whether you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please upload your responses in a separate file to the supplemental application questions section of the application.

1) Please list the experiences you possess as a reading specialist. For each position, identify the grade levels served.

2) Please describe your experience in leadership roles or leading programs or projects with a focus on reading instruction and intervention. When applicable, please identify the number of direct reports you supervised.

3) Please describe up to two examples of experience you possess designing and delivering professional learning for reading specialists, educators, and support staff. For each, identify the learning topics, audience, method of delivery, type of learning management system or instructional technologies utilized, and outcomes achieved.

4) Please describe up to two examples of experience you possess collecting and analyzing data to evaluate the success of education initiatives.

5) Please describe up to two examples of project management experience you possess. For each, please identify your specific role, the length of the project, and outcomes achieved.

6) Please describe any experience you possess with school system budget management. Include in your response the program and total funds managed.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Compensation

This is a 12-month per year position in the Howard County Association of Supervisors and Administrators (HCASA) employee unit. The current salary range for this position is in the Grade III lane on the Central Office Administrators salary scale. Actual placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCASA Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime.

Retirement

Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.

Benefits

HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors.

All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.

Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.

For questions regarding this posting, please contact Sandy Saval at sandy_saval@hcpss.org

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email humanresources@hcpss.org

HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.