

Reading Specialist
- Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School
- Licensed Teacher
- Bachelor
- 5 years of teaching experience
- English
- Teaching Credential/License
- United States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Australia
Qualifications for becoming a reading specialist in education typically involve a combination of education, certification, and experience. Here's an outline of the qualifications commonly required:
- Bachelor's degree in education. Majors in elementary education, English, or literacy studies.
- Master's Degree in literacy education, reading specialist education, or a closely related field is a plus.
- Specialized Training in literacy instruction, including courses in phonics, fluency, vocabulary development, comprehension strategies, and assessment techniques.
- Experience working with students in literacy-rich environments and implementing evidence-based reading interventions is a must.
- Tax-free salary
- Transportation
- Health care
- Paid vacations
- External and internal professional development
- Career advancement opportunities
EGA is hiring a K-12 reading specialist. We are seeking a highly trained educator dedicated to fostering literacy skills among students across all grade levels. Armed with specialized qualifications and experience, EGA's Reading Specialist's main objectives include assessing students' reading abilities, providing targeted instruction and interventions, collaborating with teachers and administrators to support literacy initiatives, analyzing data to inform instructional decisions, engaging with parents and the community to promote literacy at home, and continually pursuing professional development to stay current with best practices in literacy instruction. Ultimately, their role is pivotal in ensuring that all students have the foundational reading skills necessary for academic success and lifelong learning.
BACKGROUND
EGA is an IB PYP accredited school, an MYP Candidate, and a CIS member school that offers an advanced education model in Doha, Qatar in addition to the Qatari Curriculum for the Arabic Language, Islamic, and Social Studies. As of the academic year 2025/2026, we provide schooling to Pre-KG to Grade 10 students, and we plan for natural growth up to grade 12 in successive years.
EGA's education philosophy emphasizes inquiry, stimulates curiosity, and fosters comprehension and creativity. Students at the EGA acquire and practice strong leadership skills and develop a sense of global responsibility.
SCHOOL CAMPUS
The school operates out of a purposely built campus situated on a 60,000 square meter land plot in the Northside of Doha. As of the academic year 2024/2025, our enrolment is 1,850 students; however, the school campus' total enrolment capacity is 4,650 students.
VISION
We aim to prepare future leaders who contribute to the rise and prosperity of Qatar and the world.
MISSION
Our mission is to maintain students' identity while developing their emotional intelligence, enabling them to achieve excellence academically and professionally.
MOTTO
Great Minds DON'T Think Alike!
SAFER RECRUITMENT & CHILD PROTECTION STATEMENT
Etqan Global Academy (EGA) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, and contractors to share this commitment.
As part of our safer recruitment process, all successful candidates will be required to:
- Undergo rigorous background checks, including criminal record checks from their current and previous countries of residence.
- Provide a minimum of two professional references, including one from their most recent employer.
- Participate in comprehensive safeguarding training as part of the induction process.
- Adhere to EGA’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which aligns with international best practices and CIS accreditation standards.
EGA upholds a culture of vigilance, and any concerns regarding child protection or welfare will be taken seriously and responded to promptly.
By applying to this position, candidates acknowledge their understanding of and commitment to upholding child protection and safeguarding protocols at all times.
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