Horizons Summer Reading Specialist
New Canaan Country SchoolConnecticut, United States
Posted February 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
New Canaan Country School is an independent, co‑educational day school serving students from Pre‑K through Grade 9 in Connecticut. The school offers a rigorous academic curriculum, enrichment and summer programs, counseling, athletics, and wellness services, fostering intellectual, creative, moral, and physical development.
Job Description
The Horizons Reading Specialist plays an integral role in the reading achievement of our students by assessing individual needs, creating individualized lessons, and working collaboratively with classroom teachers.
Requirements
- Commitment to the Horizons mission and deep belief in the potential of each child
- Ability to build trusting relationships with children and adults
- Hold an advanced degree in education; reading specialty highly preferred
- Experience working as a reading or literacy specialist, working with struggling readers
- Knowledge of reading growth and phonics assessments
- Proven track record of helping struggling readers make significant reading growth
- Strong organization and systems
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Full-time position