Literacy Intervention Service
Who qualifies for this service?
Students may qualify for this service if they:
- demonstrate persistent difficulties in acquiring the foundational skills in literacy development
- are performing well below grade level expectations in literacy
- are selected by the literacy teacher in consultation with the learning assistance teacher and school based team
- are in grades 3-9 with a history of difficulty acquiring basic literacy skills despite extensive intervention
- have Individualized Education Plan (IEP) to support their classroom learning needs
- have average cognitive ability as assessed by Level B and/or Level C assessments
Who provides the service?
Description of staff qualifications:
- certification from the BC College of teachers
- fulfill qualifications for learning assistance teachers (LAT); refer to LA requirements on resource teachers page
- minimum two years classroom teaching experience
- advanced training in assessment, diagnosis, and remediation of literacy/learning difficulties
- a master’s degree
How is the service provided?
Literacy teachers:
- assess, diagnose, and remediate literacy skills of students in grades 2–10
- consult with learning assistance teachers, classroom teachers, and school-based teams
- consult with parents/guardians regarding student progress and home support for continued literacy development
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