Rider’s reading specialist endorsement teaches educators research-based strategies to assess and support the literacy development of all children. The role of a reading specialist includes working one-on-one with struggling learners and providing support for colleagues by modeling effective strategies for helping children and offering professional development in reading and writing strategies.
The New Jersey Department of Education has approved changes to the Reading Specialist certification requirements that go into effect September 1, 2025. Rider has submitted an updated, revised program to the NJDOE that is currently under review.
Current students in the Reading Specialist program must complete the program and apply to the NJ Department of Education for the Reading Specialist endorsement by August 31, 2025. If you have any questions, contact your academic advisor.
Initial teaching certification is the first step while additional certifications, endorsements and degrees add qualifications to an existing license.
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Department of Teacher Education
Bierenbaum Fisher Hall
hcasey [at] rider.edu
609-895-5646
Academic Focus: Literacy Education
