Job Details

Wichita Collegiate School (WCS), a thriving Independent School located in Wichita, KS, will add a K-4 Reading Specialist to our team for the 2025/26 school year. The K-4 Reading Specialist is a member of a collaborative team that ensures early readers meet literacy benchmarks. The K-4 Reading Specialist will work with students to support the development of skills necessary for proficient reading and essential for fostering a joy of reading. The K-4 Reading Specialist will provide targeted intervention to students individually or in small groups using structured literacy methods and research and evidence-aligned materials. The K-4 Reading Specialist is an expert in early reading instruction and will serve as a consultant and advisor for our teachers and community. The K-4 Reading Specialist thrives in a team environment and is driven to help K-4 students achieve success in reading.

The primary responsibilities

• Apply data gathered through screeners and diagnostics to lead data meetings with teachers, planning research-aligned literacy intervention instruction to meet student needs.
• Teach targeted literacy intervention to small groups of students daily using research-aligned strategies and resources.
• Provide teacher professional development in research-aligned instructional methods.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and school leaders to support, supplement, and extend classroom teaching and contribute to the implementation of a high-quality reading program that meets the needs of all students.
• Communicate and collaborate regularly with grade-level teams, student support staff, parents, and school leaders.
• Assist with school-wide reading initiatives in support of families, parent education, and teacher/staff education.
• Additional responsibilities, as identified, that support the K-4 reading program or enhance the student experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three to five years of general classroom experience is essential, and
• Two years of experience in the application of research and evidence-based best practices in the teaching of reading and
• Bachelor's degree in Education or Special Education, Master's degree preferred; and
• Reading Specialist Endorsement (or pending endorsement) preferred.

Collegiate Faculty and Staff share the following attributes:

• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A commitment to equitable and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• A willingness to receive and incorporate feedback from colleagues, students, and parents/guardians.
• A willingness to communicate with colleagues, students, and parents/guardians.
• A willingness to differentiate instruction, assessment, and feedback to students of all abilities.
• An excitement for creating a supportive, fun, and enriching classroom culture that reflects Wichita Collegiate School's core values and teaching philosophy.
• A curiosity for professional growth, development, and leadership opportunities.

About Collegiate

Wichita Collegiate School is a coeducational, college preparatory, independent day school for students in early childhood, from 2-year-olds through grade 12. Located in East Wichita on a 42-acre campus, Wichita Collegiate is home to 968 students across four divisions: Early Childhood, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School.

Founded in 1963, Wichita Collegiate School has shaped our students into inquisitive thinkers and compassionate citizens prepared to impact the world positively. In keeping with our current and historic mission, Collegiate provides our students with a challenging and supportive academic environment alongside robust opportunities in the arts and athletics.

Wichita Collegiate School is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS), is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), and is a member of Independent School Management (ISM).

About Wichita

Not only has Wichita been named an All-American City four times since 1962, but it also consistently ranks among the top cities nationally for its quality of life. These accolades communicate affordability, short and easy commutes to work, and a high level of public safety for your family - attributes you simply can't find in most metro areas.

Every one of us is different, together we are Spartans.We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.