ABOUT THE PHONICS CLINICIAN ROLE
The Phonics Clinician is a key member of the school’s Instructional Team. They provide direct instruction to students in grades K-5 as a result of establishing an Individual Phonics Track for each student enrolled at SOP. The Phonics Clinician also works to establish a strong relationship with families to support the presence of literacy in the home as an extension of the on-campus learning experiences. Phonics Clinicians are responsible for hosting quarterly literacy events to increase family involvement and sustain the academic growth of SOP Panthers.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain a student-centered approach in interactions with students and staff members.
- Execute lesson plans aligned with the SOP Phonics for ALL Tiered Model.
- Implement the Phonics curriculum, using appropriate supports and scaffolds as needed.
- Administer required academic assessments to students.
- Document and communicate the academic progress of students to appropriate stakeholders.
- Lead the planning and facilitation of quarterly literacy events to promote family engagement.
- Participate in ongoing professional learning to include strategies that support the SOP Phonics for ALL Tiered Model.
- Facilitate and/or engage in ongoing professional learning to support the fidelity of program implementation.
- Use all relevant, available data sources to make sound instructional decisions for students.
REQUIRED AND DESIRED SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS
- Minimum Education Level: Must have a bachelor’s degree. TN Teacher License with appropriate endorsements (i.e., Elementary K-5)
- Experience Required: Documented experience working as a credentialed classroom teacher
- An unwavering commitment to the academic success and personal development of our students.
- Track record of exemplary classroom management skills, and meeting extremely high standards for student achievement.
- Strong organizational skills; extremely careful attention to detail and follow-through.
- An eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, and tangible goals, and a relentless drive to achieve them.